Site Services – Driver Assistant

SITE SERVICES Weekend Minibus Driver / Assistant
Cheltenham
Job details
Salary
£14,950 - £20,930 (Actual salary ) £11.50ph
Role type
All Year Post, Part Time
Hours of work
25 - 35
Location
Cheltenham
Contract type
Permanent
Contract
All year post
Closing date
15/04/2024
SITE SERVICES Weekend Minibus Driver / Assistant
The role
National Star is recruiting for a Site Services Driver / Assistant to join the fantastic Site Services team at Ullenwood. The successful candidate will provide a first class transport service for students, adult learners and staff, ensuring that the bus runs on time and passengers are transported safely in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy. You will provide a reliable, responsive and effective bus service across Gloucestershire along set routes.
Candidates must hold a full D1 driving licence with at least 101 restriction in place.
There are Three vacancies for the Site Services Driver / Assistant position. Role 1 – Monday – Friday 8am – 3pm in Term Time and 6am – 1pm Out of Term Time. Role 2 – Monday – Friday 12pm – 7pm. Role 3 – Monday – Friday – 2pm – 7pm.
Key Driver responsibilities:
Transport service users and staff between locations and undertake other journeys as required
Ensure all passengers are secure within the vehicle, including clamping and unclamping any wheelchair users and safely operating tail lifts
Ensure the comfort, health and safety, and welfare of passengers
Interact with service users and staff appropriately, communicating information regarding delays or vehicle issues in a timely manner
Undertake non-passenger journeys on behalf of the organisation, including banking, post office, pharmacy collections, material collections and / or deliveries as and when required
Operate the minibuses and equipment in accordance with transport policies and procedures, including undertaking daily maintenance and safety checks. Ensure any faults or problems are promptly reported and actioned
to the Site Services – Driver Assistant role.
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About us
National Star is a growing charity with more than 1,200 staff based in England and Wales. Established more than 50 years ago, we’ve supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.
How we will reward you
Our Golden Hello
It’s motivating to feel valued at work. That’s why all new staff will receive a ‘Golden Hello’ up to the value of £250 for full-time staff (pro-rata for part-time employees) upon successful completion of their probation.
Staff benefits
Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme - theory and practical
Staff minibus from Cheltenham and Gloucester to our Ullenwood site Monday to Friday.
Award-winning training
Use of fitness suite and swimming pool and staff clubs.
Westfield medical cover
Life insurance cover
Employee helpline
Contributory pension scheme
Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card
Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities and motoring, plus much more