PCV Driver (SEND)

Adversa Recruitment Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPC Training (7 hours) subsidised by H

30 hours paid per week (term-time)

40 weeks’ pay spread across 52 weeks

Ongoing training provided and paid

Permanent opportunities

Job summary

Adversa Recruitment Limited is seeking a responsible PCV Driver to provide safe, SEND-focused transport for children and young people. You will manage the assigned vehicle, escort passengers, and work flexibly to meet service needs.

The role offers term-time, 30 hours per week, with 40 weeks pay; CPC training subsidised; DBS support; ongoing training and potential permanent opportunities. A strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusion is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold PCV/D licence with more than eight passenger seats and over 5.5 metres.
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Experience driving large passenger vehicles (desirable).
• Experience working with passengers with SEND and/or disabilities (desirable).
• Experience using passenger/wheelchair tail lifts (desirable).
• Knowledge of road traffic legislation, equality, and diversity requirements.
• Basic first aid knowledge or willingness to train.
• Enhanced DBS (we can help you sort one out).

Responsibilities

• Safely drive passenger-carrying vehicles, ensuring compliance with all transport and road safety regulations.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks, reporting any defects, and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene.
• Assist passengers with SEND, including physical, learning, and behavioural difficulties, using appropriate aids and equipment.
• Provide escort duties when required, supporting passengers during boarding, travel, and alighting.
• Follow scheduled pick-up and drop-off points, reporting any delays or issues to the control office.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and complete all incident/accident documentation as required.
• Liaise professionally with parents, carers, school staff, and colleagues.
• Work independently and take initiative to resolve issues that may arise during journeys.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusive practice at all times.

Skills

PCV Licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph

SEND experience

Wheelchair tail lifts

Road traffic knowledge

First aid basic

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Role Purpose

PCV Driver will provide a safe, efficient, effective, and timely transport service for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will be responsible for the allocated vehicle, the safe passage of clients, goods, and equipment, and for working flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely drive passenger-carrying vehicles, ensuring compliance with all transport and road safety regulations.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks, reporting any defects, and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene.
• Assist passengers with SEND, including physical, learning, and behavioural difficulties, using appropriate aids and equipment.
• Provide escort duties when required, supporting passengers during boarding, travel, and alighting.
• Follow scheduled pick-up and drop-off points, reporting any delays or issues to the control office.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and complete all incident/accident documentation as required.
• Liaise professionally with parents, carers, school staff, and colleagues.
• Work independently and take initiative to resolve issues that may arise during journeys.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusive practice at all times.

Requirements

• PCV/D Licence (clean) – more than eight passenger seats and longer than 5.5 metres.
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Experience of driving large passenger vehicles (desirable).
• Experience working with passengers with SEND and/or disabilities (desirable).
• Experience using passenger/wheelchair tail lifts (desirable).
• Knowledge of road traffic legislation, equality, and diversity requirements.
• Basic first aid knowledge or willingness to train.
• Enhanced DBS (we can help you sort one out)

What We Offer

• CPC Training (7 hours) subsidised by Hackney SEND Travel Assistance Service.
• 30 hours paid per week (split shift) – term-time only.
• 40 weeks’ pay spread across 52 weeks.
• Ongoing training provided and paid.
• Permanent opportunities available in the near future.

If you are a responsible, safety-conscious driver who enjoys supporting children and young people with SEND, this role offers excellent training, job security, and career progression