College Driver in Birmingham

The post holder will have responsibility for transporting individuals and/or groups of learners from across the College to our offsite campuses and other destinations within the West Midlands using vehicles from the College Fleet, including wheelchair adapted minibuses requiring a MIDAS qualification (training will be given).

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe transportation of students from college to their destination and back.
• Ensure that staff and students are kept safe at all times whilst in College Vehicles.
• Ensure that vehicle checks are carried out upon each use of a College vehicle.
• Maintain the internal state of the vehicles, so that they are clean, comfortable and safe.
• Maintain the external state of the vehicles, so that they are clean and presentable.
• Ensure that all seat belts/straps/tie backs and safety devices are in correct working order.
• Regulate the behaviour of occupants so that rules (such as no smoking or eating) are observed and safely maintained.
• Where appropriate, escort passengers with a visual impairment and/or other disabilities to and from the vehicle.
• Operate vehicle tail lifts when required.
• Drive College vehicles safely and legally at all times, observing speed limits, parking regulations and other requirements.

General:

• Act at all times in accordance with the Staff Code of Conduct and QAC Values of Respect, Excellence, Enabling, Collaboration and Inclusion.
• Comply with all College policies and procedures.
• Undertake appropriate training and development as required, including mandatory MIDAS and/or refresher training required for the role.
• Carry out any other duties which may reasonably be required and fall within the scope and responsibility of the role.

Safeguarding Statement:

Queen Alexandra College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and all staff and volunteers are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards the health and wellbeing of our students/clients. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Other Duties

• QAC employees may be expected to undertake designated emergency response duties as part of their role.
• Receiving appropriate training, instruction and information to carry out emergency procedures safely and effectively.
• Responding to emergency situations in line with organisational policies and procedures.
• Supporting the organisation’s compliance with relevant Health and Safety legislation.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Hold a full, clean driving licence.
• Have a minimum of three years’ driving experience.
• Have good communication skills.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Have previous experience of working with, or social interaction with people with disabilities.
• Have an understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities.

Why Work at Queen Alexandra Charity

Join our team at Queen Alexandra College! Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of students with special educational needs? Do you thrive in an inclusive and supportive academic environment? If so, we want YOU to join our team.

QAC has just gone through an exciting rebrand, dealt with a period of swift growth and academic improvement and this is your opportunity to become part of a vibrant College that is moving forward and making a real difference to the lives and futures of our students.

The newly structured Queen Alexandra Charity Birmingham offers you the chance to have a positive impact as you join a committed group of colleagues in ensuring that all students achieve their aims and aspirations. We are dedicated to providing exceptional education and support to students with diverse learning needs and life experiences. Our specialist setting fosters an inclusive community where every student is valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

QAC offers a vibrant, varied and enriching educational experience for both residential and day students. Our curriculum aims to maximise adult life, independence and work opportunities for all students. Class sizes are designed to meet specific needs and support levels are high.

Joining our supportive team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work closely with students with SEN to achieve their goals.
• Make a difference to the educational experience of young people.
• Be a voice for students and staff in specialist education.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, promoting academic growth, self-development and self-confidence.
• Develop your own skills, aspirations and progress your career.

Our benefits include:

• Access to on site car parking.
• Use of QAC Fitness Centre (subject to opening hours).
• Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary Sacrifice).
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Helpline (BHSF).
• Access to Education Support Free Helpline for Teachers & Education Staff.
• QAC Mental Health First Aiders & activities to support health and wellbeing.
• BHSF Benefits Package including Healthcare Plans, discounted shopping/services.
• Annual Flu vaccination/voucher.
• Access to other benefit/discount schemes (which may be subject to charge).
• Health and Wellbeing Services (Occupational Health/Counselling).
• Free Tea/Coffee and Staff Room facilities.
• Dining Room facilities with hot/cold food (free meal provided for those supporting students at mealtimes).
• Additional discretionary concessionary/closure days as part of leave entitlement.
• Reward and Recognition Policy – Living the Values Awards (team & individual) and long service.
• Enhanced/Occupational paid leave e.g. maternity/paternity (subject to qualifying criteria).
• Occupational sick pay (based on length of service).
• On site wellbeing activities (e.g. yoga, meditation).
• Support for training/ CPD (either by way of study leave and/or funding).
• Flexible working arrangements including Flexible Working Policy Agreements, Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) in prior agreement with line manager.

This list is not exhaustive and may be subject to review and/or change. We look forward to receiving your application and knowing more about your qualifications, skills, personal qualities and experience that you would bring to the role and to QAC.