PCV Bus Driver – Safe Transport & Lift Support

London Hire Community Services; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bereavement leave

Company events

Free on-site parking

Employee Assurance Programme

On-site parking

Referral programme

Job summary

London Hire Community Services is seeking a PCV Driver to cover a 30-hour-per-week shift in West Norwood. You will operate the bus service, ensure safety, and assist passengers as required.

This permanent, part-time role requires a full D driving licence, CPC card, and willingness to complete a DBS check; experience driving buses/coaches is preferred, with a focus on safe, patient service.

Qualifications

• Hold a full unrestricted D driving licence (auto restrictions acceptable) with no more than 3 penalty points.
• Hold a CPC qualification card, with mandatory training kept up to date.
• Minimum of two years’ experience of driving a bus or coach.
• Hold or willing to apply for a DVLA Digital Tachograph driver’s card.
• Willing to undertake and satisfy a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
• Hold a current and valid D4 medical examination report.

Responsibilities

• Operate the vehicle in a safe manner, adhering to local road restrictions and speed limits. Any fines or tickets received must be reported to the office as soon as possible.
• Ensure mandatory vehicle checks are undertaken every time the vehicle is used to a standard acceptable on the road. Any defects to be reported to the office
• Ensure that all passengers and wheelchair users are secured correctly in the appropriate location using the necessary safety equipment.
• Ensure that the vehicle in use has adequate fuel for the journey, refueling as and when required or instructed.
• Ensure that the vehicle is cleaned inside and out on a regular basis, as a minimum on a weekly basis
• Remove and replace seating as required.
• Ensure that the vehicle is parked in the depot correctly, in pre allocated bays where possible.
• Operate the passenger lift and other equipment used to assist passengers whilst entering and exiting the vehicle safely.
• Communicate with passengers and clients in a patient, informative manner.
• Assist the Passenger Assistant with their duties as required.

Skills

D driving licence (auto restrictions)

CPC qualification card

DVLA tachograph card

DBS check

D4 medical

2+ years bus/coach driving

Patient and calm attitude

Disability awareness

Tools

DVLA Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

London Hire Community Services is seeking a PCV Driver to cover a 30-hour-per-week shift in West Norwood. You will operate the bus service, ensure safety, and assist passengers as required.

This permanent, part-time role requires a full D driving licence, CPC card, and willingness to complete a DBS check; experience driving buses/coaches is preferred, with a focus on safe, patient service.