Home to School Passenger Assistant Location: Wigan Borough Hours: Minimum 15 hours per week (split shift) Are you calm, patient and passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? We are recruiting Home to School (HtS) Passenger Assistants to escort pupils with special educational needs, learning disabilities and physical disabilities to and from school across the Wigan Borough. This is a rewarding role where you will make a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable young people every day. About the Role As a Home to School Passenger Assistant, you will work on a split-shift basis (typically 7:30–09:30 and 14:30–16:45) escorting children safely between their home and school. Transport is provided via council-commissioned taxis, and you will be picked up and dropped off at your residence. You may work one-to-one or support several children with a range of complex needs, ensuring their safety, comfort and wellbeing throughout the journey. You will uphold the council’s Team Wigan behaviours and values under the ‘Progress with Unity’ plan. Key Responsibilities Assist children and young people on and off vehicles safely. Ensure all passengers arrive safely at school and return home securely at the end of the day. Build positive relationships with pupils, families, carers and schools. Provide calm, supportive responses to challenging behaviour. Follow safeg...