Passenger Transport Driver (Casual) in Telford

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join Telford & Wrekin Council\’s Transport Team who are responsible for the delivery of safe, reliable, sustainable, and innovative value for money transport services to the residents of Telford. A D1 licence is desirable for this role, but we also encourage applications from individuals who would be willing to work towards achieving it. If you want to help make a positive difference to the lives of people across Telford and Wrekin, we\\\\\’d love to hear from you.

To drive and be responsible for the operation of mini buses which provide specialist transport to passengers, including children with special educational needs, adults with disabilities, social care clients and members of the general public accessing bespoke transport services. The post holder will support clients and their families and work closely with the passenger assistant, and office team to ensure that the safety, comfort and dignity of all passengers is respected at all times.

We are committed to equality and diversity. Posts working with children or vulnerable groups will be subject to an appropriate criminal records check. It is an offence to apply for a role that involves engaging in regulated activity with children and adults in vulnerable circumstances if you are barred from working with one or both of these groups.

Responsibilities

• Drive and be responsible for the operation of mini buses which provide specialist transport to passengers, including children with special educational needs, adults with disabilities, social care clients and members of the general public accessing bespoke transport services.
• Support clients and their families and work closely with the passenger assistant and office team to ensure the safety, comfort and dignity of all passengers is respected at all times.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills (written and verbal) and organisational skills.
• Excellent team player with a positive and flexible attitude.
• A D1 licence is desirable or a willingness to work towards achieving it.
• Experience in providing passenger transport services, especially to children or adults with disabilities, is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay
• Automatic access to a secure, flexible and tax efficient Local Government Pension Scheme
• Staff benefits and discounts including salary sacrifice schemes
• Free on-site parking
• Generous leave entitlement (24 days rising to 32 days) plus 8 bank holidays and an additional concessionary day
• Free access to our employee assistance programme and confidential counselling
• A friendly, inclusive and dynamic workplace with opportunities for development and progression