* Are you seeking a new challenge in a role that makes a real difference to autistic pupils and learners we support?
* Do you have experience in a driving role and some knowledge of vehicle maintenance?
* Do you enjoy DIY and gardening?
If so Jigsaw Trust has a great part time opportunity in a their friendly facilities team
Salary: £12,698 PA (£12.21 per hour) FTE £25,000 PA
Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7am to 11am
Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays
Role summary
In this varied role, you will be a vital part of the day-to-day operation across Jigsaw Trust; providing a pickup and drop off service for staff from a central location in Guildford to Dunsfold Park. Additionally, as part of the Trust's Facilities Team you will assist with some site focused tasks and support the pupil and learner transitions in the mornings and afternoons.
How does the Minibus Driver and Site Assistant contribute to the team?
* Provide a pick-up and drop-off service for Jigsaw staff to and from central Guildford to Dunsfold Park
* Undertake vehicle maintenance checks, cleaning and reporting of deficiencies
* Assist with daily taxis and parent transport movements and site vehicle access and movements
* Carry out the movement of deliveries, furniture and equipment within the site
* Maintain cleanliness and general tidiness and inspection of all external areas of the site
* Carry out building check of Jigsaw's property in Guildford, keeping accurate records and reporting deficiencies
What can we offer the Minibus Driver and Site Assistant?
* A competitive salary with a performance related cash bonus scheme
* Monday – Friday working with 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
* Free onsite parking
* Pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health and Wellbeing facilities and support
* Access to over 900 retailer discounts via our exclusive reward platform
* 10% discount at our onsite caf
* Staff recognition days and long service awards that include additional leave
* Training including First Aid and Fire Safety
What will you need to apply for the Minibus Driver and Site Assistant?
* Full, clean driving licence is required
* Proven basic vehicle maintenance skills
* Experience in a driving role
* Experience of undertaking basic grounds maintenance
* The ability to perform tasks of a physical, sometimes demanding, nature including twisting and stooping
* Ability to understand and adhere to Child Protection and Safeguarding legislation
* Experience in a similar setting would be advantageous
ABOUT JIGSAW
Jigsaw Trust is a registered charity inspired by autism in its desire to provide the very best in ongoing education, vocational and wellbeing services for autistic people; it is also committed to raising awareness of autism and promoting the understanding and acceptance of autistic people.
Jigsaw Trust incorporates: Jigsaw CABAS School, rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, educating children aged 4-19 years, and JigsawPlus a specialist day service delivering key living and life skills learning for adults from the age of 18+. The Trust also operates 2 social enterprises: Café on the Park providing work experience and volunteering opportunities in a public-facing setting, and Jigsaw GARDENworks enabling learners of all ages to embark on a range of gardening and related outdoor activities.
Find out more
Please visit our website
where you will find more details and a full Job Description.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact our HR Department on or email
Application process
To apply for this role please download and complete an application form found at and return it to
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) of which the cost will be covered by Jigsaw
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Store discount
Work Location: In person