School Bus Driver in Heywood)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Heywood; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a School Bus Driver, where you will play a vital role in connecting the community and ensuring the safe transportation of students. This position offers comprehensive training through an esteemed Driver Academy, allowing you to develop your skills while making a positive impact on the lives of young passengers. With flexible working hours aligned to school term dates and a commitment to safety and customer service, this role is perfect for those who take pride in their work and enjoy engaging with the community. Embrace this opportunity to serve with pride and enjoy the benefits of working with a reputable company.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Progression opportunities

Free travel for family

Employee Assistance Program

Automatic pension enrolment

Hapi employee benefit scheme

Qualifications

• Must possess a full UK driving licence with no more than 3 points.
• Prior experience as a bus driver is welcomed but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide high levels of customer service while driving.
• Adhere to company policies and promote a positive safety culture.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Punctuality

Education

PCV licence

Job description

School Bus Driver

Location: Heywood

Salary: £13 - £14 per hour

Our client is looking for drivers to join their school bus team. Join the Elite Driver Academy and Serve Your Community with Pride!

Attention all skilled drivers! They are assembling an elite team of bus drivers to make a meaningful impact in Greater Manchester. As a key player in connecting people and places, you'll become an integral part of the local community, touching the lives of thousands with your exceptional driving skills.

Please note if you are a trainee driver, the training they provide may be up to 5 weeks and full-time hours.

Working on a dedicated 20-hour a week contract, you'll be a friendly and recognisable face responsible for getting the youngsters of their city safely to their school and back home again.

You'll be following the school term dates of the school you're running to, and you will be paid on a pro-rata basis - meaning you'll be paid for every week of the year, even when it's the school holidays.

An enhanced DBS safeguarding check will be required due to the nature of the role.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide high levels of customer service.
2. Drive to DSA standards.
3. Take cash, contactless, and mobile app payments.
4. Adhere to company policies and standard operating procedures.
5. Promote a positive health and safety culture within the business.

Skills and Qualifications

1. Possess a full UK driving licence with no more than 3 points and the right to work in the UK.
2. Prior experience as a bus driver is welcomed, but enthusiastic newcomers will also be considered.
3. A positive, outgoing attitude with excellent communication skills to engage and assist passengers from all walks of life.
4. A knack for delivering exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming environment on board.
5. Ability to undergo necessary training and acquire a PCV licence through their esteemed Driver Academy.
6. A commitment to safety, punctuality, and teamwork, ensuring the smooth operation of their bus services.

Benefits

1. Comprehensive training provided through their esteemed Elite Driver Academy, equipping you with the skills to excel in your role.
2. The satisfaction of serving your local community, connecting people, and making a positive impact every day.
3. Progression opportunities available.
4. Hapi, their employee benefit scheme - hundreds of offers on high street and leisure brands.
5. Free travel on most Greater Manchester bus operators and Go-Ahead Group buses across the country (excluding London) for you and your family.
6. Automatic enrolment in the company's pension scheme.
7. Employee Assistance Program.

Behaviours:

1. Take pride in yourself and set your individual standards high. Bus driving is a professional career, and the standards expected by the company reflect how importantly they view the role.
2. You need to understand responsibility. You're responsible for the safety of your customers and colleagues, your timekeeping, your own personal standards, and for building the brand and image of their company.
3. They want you to be you! Bring your own personality, creativity, and ideas and improve their team. They use technology to make sure they're all connected and can share their thoughts and ideas as one team.

To Apply:

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application:

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