At a Glance
- Tasks: Support passengers on their journeys, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Company: Join a dedicated team in North Yorkshire making a difference in the community.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, comprehensive training, and a caring work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and development in a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by helping people access vital services and activities.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; flexibility and a caring attitude are key.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Grade: F
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time, 25 hours per week
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
The Integrated Passenger Transport Operations Team is responsible for the safe and efficient use of more than 120 vehicles, mainly minibuses, to transport people in North Yorkshire. The team comprises approximately 350 drivers and passenger assistants that operate at locations throughout North Yorkshire. The team delivers approximately 800,000 passenger journeys per year including 20,000 wheelchair user journeys. The transport provided enables people to access day centres, learning opportunities, supported employment and other meaningful activities in our community. We also undertake registered local bus services and community transport journeys.
We are looking for caring, flexible and committed people to support a client on journeys to and from activities at various centres for 25 hours per week. The position will be based in Harrogate.
Responsibilities
- Ensure passenger safety during journeys and that passengers board and alight safely.
- Ensure safety equipment is used correctly; full training in the use of all safety equipment will be provided.
- Maintain good communication with carers and colleagues.
- Take a caring and flexible approach to support during transport.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Experience is not essential; some experience in a similar role is an advantage.
- The role requires flexibility to work split shifts across 5 days (Monday to Friday).
- You must be medically trained to administer emergency medication to a child in accordance with a care plan.
- Enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.
We operate within safeguarding guidelines for working with adults at risk and children. We also offer a comprehensive training package including a Passenger Assistant Training Scheme (PATS), Basic First Aid and Managing Challenging Behaviour.
For more information please contact Christopher Jones.
It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk. NYC is committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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