Casual Driver/Attendant

Are you passionate about making a difference to our citizens and the district that they reside in? Then, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team.

CASUAL DRIVER ATTENDANT IN PASSENGER SERVICES

Join the Wakefield Council, Passenger Transport team as a Casual Driver Attendant providing a transport service for our most vulnerable citizens to ensure they can access the services they require, when they require them and in a safe and comfortable way whilst on transport to and from their homes.

If you feel that this, is you then why not consider joining our pool of casual relief driver/attendants working as and when required to maintain our transport service.

Passenger Transport provides a professional caring transport service to elderly citizens, disabled people, and children. This is a hands-on caring role which incorporates driving, assisting vulnerable people and associated administration duties. If you feel you have the qualities needed for this demanding but rewarding role then we look forward to meeting, you.

As this is casual relief work there are no set days or hours, you will be asked if available to work when required, often at short notice to cover for our regular drivers or other transport needs.

The successful candidate must have a flexible approach to working hours and the ability to work to set guidelines.

A current driving licence with several years driving experience is essential.

A category D1 (9-16 seat minibus) driving licence is essential.

Experience of operating adapted vehicles would be desirable.

Candidates will be required to pass a MIDAS scheme minibus driving assessment.

What can I expect?

• A competitive salary
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme providing a tax efficient way to increase our pension.
• Great range of benefits including an Employee Assistant Programme, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, a cycle to work scheme, and many more.

Want to know more?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.

Name: Steve Goldthorpe

Tel: 01924 307376

E-mail: sgoldthorpe@wakefield.gov.uk

Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!

Safeguarding

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Fluency Duty

To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), public facing roles will be subject to the Fluency Duty.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

Why Wakefield

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