Job Title: Travel Companion (Term Time)
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £24,027 to £25,992 (full time salary) Salary will be pro rata based on hours worked.
Contract Type: Term Time only plus 2 weeks training
Working Hours: Monday - Friday 7:15am- 9:00am and 3:00-4:45pm either 12.5 hours or 17.5 hours per week

PLEASE NOTE THAT SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE

Please note we are looking for many Passenger Assistants across Birmingham to join our team and are holding other recruitment events in March alongside this one as detailed below. If interested, please only attend one event
March 20 The Factory Young People Centre, Longbridge
March 24 Maypole Youth Centre
March 26 - Location TBC

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Passenger Assistants to join our Children and Young People’s Travel Service. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient transport of children and adults with additional needs to and from school, college, or other designated locations. This is a rewarding opportunity to support individuals in their daily journeys while promoting their independence and well-being.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist children and adults with special educational needs during travel, ensuring their personal, physical, and medical needs are met.
• Work closely with families, schools, and other professionals to ensure safe and effective travel services.
• Ensure health, safety, and well-being of passengers at all times during transit.
• Support passengers in boarding, securing seatbelts, and using safety equipment correctly.
• Communicate effectively with families, schools, and the Travel Passenger Team regarding any issues, delays, or concerns.
• Complete records, logs, and reports as required, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Promote awareness of the Council’s Children & Young People’s Travel Policy and encourage independence where appropriate.
• Adhere to safeguarding procedures, data protection policies, and health and safety regulations.
• Maintain professionalism and respect the independence and dignity of all passengers.

IF YOU’RE PASSIONATE ABOUT HELPING OTHERS AND WANT A FULFILLING ROLE WHERE NO TWO DAYS ARE THE SAME, JOIN US AT OUR INTERVIEW DAY – AND YOU COULD LEAVE WITH A JOB OFFER IN HAND!

Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £24,027.00-£25,992.00 per year

Shift:

• Day shift

Work days:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the roa