Minibus Driver (D1) - 18-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Hours: 28 per week - Monday to Friday (6:30am - 9:00am and 3:00pm - 5:30pm)
Pay: £13.00/hour (approx. £18,928 p.a. pro rata) + Pension
Location: Basildon, SS14 1PA
About the Role
Our client is looking for a kind, professional and reliable Minibus Driver (D1) to join their team. You'll transport vulnerable adults safely to and from their homes, and for a few hours each week you'll also take members to external activities (sport, social and wellbeing sessions). This is a hands-on role - much more than driving alone.
What You'll Do:
* Morning and afternoon pick-ups / drop-offs of members.
* Transport small groups to external activities.
* Assist members on and off the bus; safely handle wheelchairs and walkers.
* Carry out daily vehicle checks; keep the vehicle clean and presentable.
* Complete simple journey logs and follow safeguarding procedures.
About You:
* Full UK D1 driving licence.
* Consistently kind, conscientious and team minded.
* Confident supporting vulnerable adults; Excellent communicator.
* Physically capable of assisting passengers and handling mobility aids.
* Will pass an Enhanced DBS check for working with vulnerable adults.
* Able to provide two professional referees.
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