Job Title: Driver
Location: Havant
Contract Type: Temporary Contract (until 31 March 2026)
Salary: £12.85 per hour
The Role:
You will have D1 category on your Driving Licence and be able to operate a minibus and all equipment on board. You will have empathy with our transported clients. The position will consist of two shifts per day, operating approximately between 07.30 am - 09.30am and 3.00pm - 5.00pm, from Monday to Friday. MIDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme) training and other relevant training will be provided as required.
What you'll do:
Ensure the Safe Transportation of Vulnerable Adults In Our Community joining our countywide team, you will ensure the safe transfer of our vulnerable clients (adult's) between pick up and drop off locations to enable them to attend various activities using a person-centred approach to focus on strengths and promote independence.
What We Can Offer You:
We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace, where talent is truly recognised and developed. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of and where you are empowered to be your best and believe in creating a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles. If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch! To find out more about what we can offer you in return, please see our benefits package
What we're looking for:
An understanding of the needs of the client group.
Demonstrates core values of patience, empathy, and compassion.
A team player with strong collaborative skills.
Excellent communication skills for building positive relationships with a diverse range of people, including clients, their families, carers, professionals and colleagues.
Essential Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Full driving licence - You will be required to drive a Council vehicle and must hold a
current full drivers' licence.
Hold a driving licence with D1 category code.
Ability to drive a minibus to the standard required by Hampshire County Council's
MIDAS assessment (the MIDAS training is a component of the interview process).
Ability to operate all minibus equipment.
Ability to work well within a team.
Commitment to attend all staff training.
About Us
Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders.
Apply as appropriate or contact Daniel Goodyear on or (phone number removed)
Connect2Hampshire is a trading style of Hampshire & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Hampshire County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Hampshire is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates