School Transport Assistant for SEN Pupils

Accessible Caring Transport; Mountain Ash; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

Accessible Caring Transport are seeking a Passenger Assistant to join the Team based in Mountain Ash. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting children to school in a safe and timely manner, as well as providing additional support where needed to other contracted services throughout RCT.

Role involves on-site work in Mountain Ash with a part-time schedule and permanent contract, offering practical training and opportunities to support vulnerable children and adults.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Understanding of SEN needs and child welfare.
• Patient and nurturing approach when working with children and vulnerable adults.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
• Willingness to undertake necessary training and development.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport pupils to and from school in a timely, compliant manner.
• Keep minibuses clean and roadworthy; report defects promptly.
• Assist pupils during journeys, including seat belts and supervision.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and school staff.

Skills

Communication skills

SEN understanding

Patience

Safeguarding

Training willingness

Job description

Accessible Caring Transport are seeking a Passenger Assistant to join the Team based in Mountain Ash. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting children to school in a safe and timely manner, as well as providing additional support where needed to other contracted services throughout RCT.

Role involves on-site work in Mountain Ash with a part-time schedule and permanent contract, offering practical training and opportunities to support vulnerable children and adults.