At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive safely while supporting clients and service users with their transport needs.
- Company: Join a caring organisation dedicated to providing essential transport services.
- Benefits: 28-hour contracts, bereavement leave, company events, and free on-site parking.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a difference in people's lives while enjoying a supportive work environment.
- Qualifications: Full D driving licence, CPC qualification, and experience driving buses or coaches.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Our PCV Drivers are responsible for a professional driving service that supports our clients and service users. In addition to providing a safe home-to-school transport operation, you may also be operating the passenger lift and assisting the Passenger Assistant with the service users as and when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate the vehicle in a safe manner, adhering to local road restrictions and speed limits. Any fines or tickets received must be reported to the office as soon as possible.
- Ensure mandatory vehicle checks are undertaken every time the vehicle is used to a standard acceptable on the road. Any defects to be reported to the office.
- Ensure that all passengers and wheelchair users are secured correctly in the appropriate location using the necessary safety equipment.
- Ensure that the vehicle in use has adequate fuel for the journey, refueling as and when required or instructed.
- Ensure that the vehicle is cleaned inside and out on a regular basis, as a minimum on a weekly basis.
- Remove and replace seating as required.
- Ensure that the vehicle is parked in the depot correctly, in pre-allocated bays where possible.
- Operate the passenger lift and other equipment used to assist passengers whilst entering and exiting the vehicle safely.
- Communicate with passengers and clients in a patient, informative manner.
- Assist the Passenger Assistant with their duties as required.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Sound understanding of working with individuals with disabilities.
- Able to deliver the service with a patient and level-headed attitude.
- Hold a full unrestricted D driving licence (auto restrictions acceptable) with no more than 3 penalty points.
- Hold a CPC qualification card, with mandatory training kept up to date.
- Minimum of two years’ experience of driving a bus or coach.
- Hold or willing to apply for a DVLA Digital Tachograph driver’s card.
- Willing to undertake and satisfy a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
- Hold a current and valid D4 medical examination report.
Benefits
- Contracts are 28 hours per week, 52 weeks of the year, worked on a split-shift basis covering AM and PM transport.
- Bereavement leave.
- Company events.
- Free on-site parking.
- Access to our Employee Assurance Programme.
- Referral programme.
PCV Driver (28 Hours) Adult Services in Erith employer: London Hire Group
As a Driver with us, you will join a supportive team that values safety and professionalism, ensuring a rewarding work environment. We offer flexible part-time hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for personal growth within the company, all while being part of a community-focused organisation dedicated to providing excellent service. Our culture promotes respect and teamwork, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful employment in a dynamic setting.
