At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive our accessible minibuses and support a diverse range of passengers.
- Company: Join Essex County Council's friendly and community-focused UGO Bus team.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working hours, competitive pay, and great employee benefits.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives every day while driving.
- Qualifications: Must hold a D1 driving licence and have customer service experience.
UgoBus delivers tailored, accessible transport for businesses, residents, and public-sector organisations across Essex. As part of Essex County Council, we're proud to provide a friendly, reliable and community‑focused service using our modern fleet of minibuses. We are now looking for dedicated and thoughtful individuals to join our team as UGO Bus Drivers. Please note this is a part time position working 28 hours per week.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
Our drivers make a real difference every day. You'll be supporting a diverse range of passengers - from students and young people to older adults and individuals with disabilities or special educational needs. Compassion, professionalism, and a positive outlook are at the heart of the role.
Shift Pattern
All UGO Bus drivers work to a split‑shift pattern, so flexibility and an understanding of this schedule is crucial. A typical split shift might include:
- Morning: 7.30am to 10am
- Afternoon: 2.30pm to 5pm
This structure supports the needs of our passengers throughout the day. Pro rata salary for working 28 hours per week will be £19,645 per annum.
What We're Looking For
- Hold a current driving licence with D1 entitlement is essential.
- Have experience working with customers from a wide range of backgrounds and needs.
- Understand the importance of flexibility and can adapt to shifting demands.
- Stay calm and professional under pressure.
- Are confident using a smartphone or tablet.
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills in customer‑facing environments.
If successful, you'll complete an enhanced DBS check, pass an ECC minibus driver assessment, and attend mandatory training - including MiDAS and First Aid.
Why Essex?
As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost.
Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.
We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. Once you've secured your role within Essex County Council you will receive many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs.
At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone.
Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
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