Passenger Vehicle Driver at Wiltshire Council

Trowbridge, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jun, 26

Salary

13.47

Posted On

01 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Driving License, Vehicle Maintenance, Safety Procedures, Passenger Transport, Special Educational Needs, Medical Conditions, Harness Equipment, Collaboration

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Salary: £13.05 - £13.47 per hour Hours per week: 25-37 hours Location: Warminster, Salisbury Interview date: To be confirmed following shortlisting Rolling advert: We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received. Please note; the working pattern for this role is term time only. Passenger Vehicle Drivers will work 38 term time weeks per year, with an additional 5.7 paid holiday weeks, with pay pro-rata'd across 12 months. Please only apply for this role if you have a D1 on your driving licence Passenger Transport – Passenger Vehicle Driver Are you in search of a truly fulfilling role? Here's your chance! Join our Passenger Transport service and play a critical role in ensuring that vulnerable children in Wiltshire receive the education they rightfully deserve. As a Passenger Vehicle Driver, you will transport passengers between home and their destination in relation to external visits and other journeys as directed. You'll be responsible for the safety of the vehicle and passengers, collaborating closely with any accompanying Passenger Assistants.  A relevant and clean driving license is a must, along with some basic know-how on vehicle maintenance. You'll need to master the use of harness equipment tailored for individual clients on the vehicle. But don't worry, we provide mandatory training in handling this equipment, ensuring you're well prepared to transport students with Special Educational Needs, including those with medical conditions. Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here! [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/why-us/our-benefits/] Please download and read the role description and person specification [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/19713/OP04-2397-Passenger-Vehicle-Driver/pdf/OP04-2397_Passenger_Vehicle_Driver.pdf] https://docs.jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/files/13639494/carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/why-us/our-culture/]. The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework. For more details, contact the Passenger Transport Unit Team at RecruitmentandTraining@wiltshire.gov.uk [RecruitmentandTraining@wiltshire.gov.uk]. This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion [https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wiltshire.gov.uk%2Fequality-diversity-public-sector-duty&data=04%7C01%7CBethany.Farrer%40wiltshire.gov.uk%7C151f7da412574c942b8e08d948674193%7C5546e75e3be14813b0ff26651ea2fe19%7C0%7C0%7C637620430580127574%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=5CkvE0a359djyKPfpad1RWNIfayHtAmrr4s%2BKbvYZzw%3D&reserved=0]. Disability Confident Employer [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disability-confident-guidance-for-levels-1-2-and-3/level-2-disability-confident-employer] Application process [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/help-and-support/] Please ensure to regularly check your spam/junk folder for any communication from us regarding your application status. We wouldn't want you to miss out on any important updates or interview invitations. Thank you!

Responsibilities

As a Passenger Vehicle Driver, you will transport vulnerable children between home and their educational destinations. You will ensure the safety of the vehicle and passengers while collaborating with Passenger Assistants.