Overview
School Bus Driver (Public Sector) - VANRATH are assisting our client, a large Public Sector Organisation, in their search for a School Bus Driver to drive any vehicle allocated in a careful, lawful manner with special reference to the persons and equipment being carried. This role will initially be on a temporary basis, with possible extension.
Responsibilities
* Transport children, including those with mobility problems or severe/moderate learning difficulties to and from school or other authorised locations.
* Assist children, including those with mobility problems in and out of the vehicle.
* Ensure the good behaviour of children on the bus where practicable and report any behaviour incidents to the Transport Officer or such other person designated by him/her to deputise on his/her behalf.
* Operate lifts and ramps on vehicles as required and ensure that wheelchairs are properly clamped down and secured.
* Provide minor first aid to passengers and ensure that any injured child receives medical attention as quickly as possible. Complete and submit the relevant personal injury report/accident report forms to the Transport Officer without delay.
* Direct School Bus escorts where employed, in assisting with the above duties.
* Transport meals from, and return empty containers to School Meals Kitchens and assist generally at schools as required.
* Ensure, as far as possible, that scheduled timings are observed and keep a detailed record of journeys, fuel issues, oil, servicing and repair work on the vehicle log/mileage sheet.
* Carry out daily routine vehicle maintenance including checking fuel, oil and water levels, tyre pressures and topping up as required.
Requirements
Essential Criteria
Qualifications and experience
* Hold a full category D licence
* Hold a driver qualification card (DQC)
* Digital Tachograph Card (Candidates MUST have a valid Digital Tachograph card prior to commencement of employment)
* Evidence of experience of driving a bus (i.e. 17 seat vehicle and above)
Remuneration
£14.99 per hour plus discount benefits.
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