We have a fantastic opportunity for a SEND Transport Driver to join our healthcare transportation team based in Redhill.
If you have a strong commitment to supporting children with special educational needs in your community and thrive on building positive connections with others, this role could be a perfect fit for you.
This role involves transporting children with Special Educational and Disability Needs (SEND) to and from healthcare or educational facilities. It’s a rewarding yet challenging opportunity where you can quickly become a valuable member of our team.
The position entails working full time Monday to Friday.

ABOUT US

The exciting merger of ERS Medical and E-Zec Medical has enabled us to rebrand, therefore as a combined business we are now known as EMED Group. We are the largest Patient Transport and Care Partner to the NHS with circa 4,000 colleagues across 60 depots. Our ambition is to continue developing patient care transport services that improve the health and wellbeing for people across our local communities by providing transport that supports patient care, community support, secure mental health and medical courier services.
EMED Group are committed to providing services for our patients, service users, clients, and community and is supported by employees with an increasing variety of backgrounds. To do this effectively it is essential that we promote equality and embrace diversity and inclusion and treat all of our employees, patients, service users and clients with dignity and respect.
EMED Group is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination, with our aim being to be truly representative of all sections of society and our clients, and for each employee to feel respected, valued and able to give their best.
EMED Group are committed to providing equal opportunities and we endeavour to provide an inclusive and safe working culture for all

• Assist children with special educational needs during transport to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Driving carefully and considerately to safely drive children to and from their place of education using our vehicles.
• Support children in boarding and alighting from the vehicle, providing any necessary physical assistance.
• Maintain a calm and positive environment during transport, addressing any behavioural or emotional needs that may arise.
• Communicate effectively with parents, caregivers, and school staff regarding transportation arrangements.
• Ensure all safety EMED protocols are followed, including the use of seat belts and appropriate seating arrangements.
• Familiar with the safeguarding policies.
• Report any incidents or concerns promptly to your line Manager/Operations Manager.
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.