Description

Taskmaster are looking for a minibus driver to join Kirklees Council. This driver role is within the Passenger Travel Service, which transports over 1000 Pre16 children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to schools within Kirklees and beyond. As well as ensuring a safe and comfortable journey, we also want to make the journey an enjoyable experience for our passengers.

The post is a split shift system based around home to school transport hours. Applicants must be flexible and prepared to work outside those times when required.

It’s 6 hours per day, and it is split shifts so it is 3 hours in the morning and 3 hours 3pm – 6pm.

The role requires some manual handling in securing passengers in wheelchairs and adding/removing passenger seats to/from the vehicle. Some passengers are particularly vulnerable and can pose some challenging behaviour during transport.

Drivers are required to have the D1 licence to drive the minibuses and are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check with both Adult and Childrens Barred List Checks.

For more information, contact Taskmaster Driving team on 01924 361 810 today!

Responsibilities

  • Drive the vehicle in such a way as to ensure safety throughout the journey and the personal comfort of all passengers.
  • Assist when required to ensure the safe transfer of passengers to and from the vehicle at their destination and/or home.
  • Ensure that wheelchairs are clamped safely, and people secured in their seats in accordance with the Code of Practice.
  • Undertake cleaning of vehicles, both inside and out, as scheduled by the Manager.
  • Ensure clients travel in a safe manner with regard to correct use of wheelchair clamps, seat belts etc. in accordance with the Code of Practice.
  • Drivers are required to participate in any training provided by the Council.
  • Responsible for the vehicle and the safety of passengers.

This is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities of this post. The post holder may be required to carry out any other duties as directed; the responsibility level of any other duties should not exceed those outlined above.

Qualifications

  • Full UK Driving Licence with D1 entitlement.
  • Willingness to undertake specific job-related training
  • A standard of literacy and numeracy to be able to complete and understand documents, forms etc
  • Basic knowledge and experience of Health and Safety issues

If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for driving and delivering exceptional service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

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