Peripatetic Passenger Assistant - SEND School Transport

Dorset Council UK; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Blandford is seeking a caring Peripatetic Passenger Assistant to support children and young people with additional needs. The role involves using your own vehicle to transport students from home to school, ensuring a safe environment throughout the journey. Candidates must be available during school hours, demonstrating flexibility and physical fitness to assist children effectively. This position offers approximately 20 hours of work per week during term time at a rate of £13.05 per hour.

Qualifications

• You must have knowledge of moderate and complex learning needs.
• You must understand the principles of safeguarding children.
• Ability to recognize hazards and know how to report them is essential.
• Physical fitness to perform caregiving tasks is required.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people in maintaining a safe environment during transport.
• Use your own vehicle for providing transport services.
• Be available during school opening and closing times.

Skills

Knowledge of moderate and complex learning needs

Understanding of safeguarding children

Ability to recognize hazards and report

Physical fitness for care tasks

Job description

A local government authority in Blandford is seeking a caring Peripatetic Passenger Assistant to support children and young people with additional needs. The role involves using your own vehicle to transport students from home to school, ensuring a safe environment throughout the journey. Candidates must be available during school hours, demonstrating flexibility and physical fitness to assist children effectively. This position offers approximately 20 hours of work per week during term time at a rate of £13.05 per hour.