Passenger Vehicle to Minibus Driver (career graded)

Calderdale Council; Halifax; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Halifax is looking for a transport services role to safely transport children and individuals with disabilities to their destinations. This position requires a Category D1 licence and experience working with young people. Candidates must be flexible with working hours, mainly during term time. The role can be physically demanding and involves assisting passengers as needed. Competitive salary and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with children and young people.
• Drivers must be over the age of 21.
• A medical exam will be required before appointment.

Responsibilities

• Transport service users safely and comfortably following the daily schedule.
• Work as a Passenger Attendant or Driver.
• Assist passengers needing physical support.

Skills

Experience with children and young people

Flexibility in working hours

Ability to provide physical support

Education

Category D1 licence

Category B licence (2+ years)

Job description

Post Ref: CC450

Transport Services has an excellent reputation for providing the transport requirements of school children with special needs and/or disabilities and older people with disabilities.

Our aims are to:

• Provide a safe and comfortable journey
• Value Equality and Diversity
• Treat all passengers with dignity and respect
• Make our journeys an enjoyable experience

Purpose of role

To transport service users safely and in comfort in accordance with the daily schedule or as instructed by officers within Transport Services. Ensure that all duties undertaken are in accordance with Council/Departmental policies, procedures, standards or statutory requirements, including equal opportunities and anti‑discriminatory practice.

The role involves working as a Passenger Attendant or Driver, collecting passengers from their home and transporting them to school/day care centres, with the reverse journey in the afternoon.

We are seeking an individual who has experience of working with children and young people, is enthusiastic, caring and passionate about helping others. The successful applicant will need to be flexible in their approach to working hours as this is a split shift post. The successful applicant needs to be available for work between 06:45–10:30 and 13:30–18:00 (term time only).

The role can be physically demanding at times, including manoeuvring/clamping wheelchairs and assisting passengers who may need physical support.

Qualifications & Requirements

• A category D1 licence is required for this role. Category B licence holders (who have had this entitlement for more than 2 years) may also apply as the Council will provide training where a D1 licence is not held.
• Drivers must be over the age of 21.
• A medical exam will be required prior to appointment.
• Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.

For further information regarding this role, please ring one of Transport Services Team Leaders on 01422 393532.

Additional Information

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Closing Date: Wednesday 3rd December 2025

Interview Date: Week commencing 15th December 2025

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision: On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under‑represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our website.