Driver

Driver - Travel Unit City of Wolverhampton Council Location: Hickman Avenue, Wolverhampton Pay Rate: £13.05 per hour (Weekly Pay) Contract: Term Time Only Hours: 16-20 hours per week Shift Pattern Morning School Run: 7:00am - 9:00am Afternoon School Run: 2:00pm - 4:00pm You must be avaible for both shifts.

D1 Licence Desirable Driver CPC Desirable but Not Essential Join the City of Wolverhampton Council Travel Unit We are currently recruiting reliable, caring and professional Drivers to join the Travel Unit team. This rewarding role involves transporting children, young people and vulnerable adults safely to and from schools, day centres and other community facilities across Wolverhampton and surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy driving, working with people and making a positive difference within their local community. Key Responsibilities Safely drive passenger carrying vehicles of up to 17 seats in accordance with road traffic legislation and Council policies.

Assist service users with boarding and alighting vehicles safely. Support passengers with mobility difficulties, including the safe operation of wheelchair lifts, restraints and specialist equipment. Conduct daily vehicle safety checks and report any defects.

Ensure vehicles are clean, roadworthy and appropriately equipped before each journey. Complete route documentation and maintain accurate records. Safely transport service users' belongings, medicines and other essential items where required.

Build positive relationships with passengers, carers, schools and service providers. Respond appropriately to incidents and complete relevant reporting documentation. Undertake risk assessments and ensure passenger welfare is maintained at all times.

About the Role You will be transporting service users of all ages, including those with physical disabilities, learning difficulties, additional needs and mobility impairments. Destinations may include: Special Schools Mainstream Schools Adult Day Centres Day Care Facilities Swimming Facilities Community Venues Other Service Providers On occasion, drivers may be required to undertake journeys without a Passenger Assistant or support in the Passenger Assistant role where required. What We're Looking For The ideal candid...

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