School Transport Assistant

Pertemps Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 16,218 - 23,098; Part time

Job summary

Pertemps Scotland is seeking a School Transport Assistant in Edinburgh to support and supervise children during their journeys from the depot at EH16 4BB.

You will work a minimum of 20 hours per week on split shifts, with an immediate start and a PVG certificate. The role pays £14.27 per hour and requires safeguarding clearance cost of £59 for new applicants.

Qualifications

• Empathy and patience for helping children with additional support needs.
• Previous experience in a similar role or working with children with disabilities is preferred but not essential.
• Strong communication skills to interact with children, families and team members.
• Reliability, punctuality and consistency are essential for building trust with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Supportive supervision: Assist and supervise children during their journey, creating a safe, calm, and positive travel experience.
• Clear communication: Coordinate with the driver, school staff, and parents to keep communication smooth and ensure each child’s needs are met.
• Mobility and equipment assistance: Help children safely in and out of the vehicle, including those who use mobility aids or specialised equipment.

Skills

Empathy and Patience

Strong Communication Skills

Experience with children

Reliability

Job description

School Transport Assistant

Location: EH16 4BB – You would be required to start at the depot

Rate of Pay: £14.27 per hour

Hours of work: Minimum 20 hours per week on split shifts.

Duration: Ongoing

Immediate Start

PVG Certificate: Required for safeguarding purposes. For new applicants this will cost you £59

Key Responsibilities:

• Supportive Supervision: Assist and supervise children during their journey, creating a safe, calm, and positive travel experience.
• Clear Communication: Coordinate with the driver, school staff, and parents to keep communication smooth and ensure each child’s needs are met.
• Mobility and Equipment Assistance: Help children safely in and out of the vehicle, including those who use mobility aids or specialised equipment.

Requirements:

• Empathy and Patience: A genuine passion for helping children with additional support needs.
• Experience: Previous experience in a similar role or working with children with disabilities is preferred but not essential.
• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to communicate calmly and effectively with children, families, and team members.
• Reliability: Punctuality and consistency are essential for building trust with children and families.