School Transport drivers
To apply for this role click on the ‘Apply Online’ button below. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account you will be guided through the set up process.
Access to an account is necessary as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have registered.
Once you have access to your JGP account you will be able to complete the application form in stages, saving and amending it until you are happy to the submit your completed application. You should use the Personal Statement section to demonstrate how you meet the requirements set out in the role profile attached.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk
Do you have a caring nature? Do you have experience of working in a driving role and/or with vulnerable young people? We are looking for drivers to work with students, their caregivers and school staff to ensure students travel to and from school safely.
We have two Term Time only vacancies and one all year round vacancy.
About you …
- Holder of a current D1 driving licence
- Experience of driving a small commercial vehicle or minibus
- Experience of working with the public in a caring role
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Committed to delivering a high level of customer service to clients and their families
- Experience of working with children and young people with SEN
About the Role….
As a driver you will be responsible for the following:
- Taking people to school and other locations in a calm safe manner
- Working as a team with a passenger assistant if appropriate
- Complying with all current road traffic legislation
- Able to check vehicles to ensure road worthiness
- Have a caring and patient manner
The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS will be paid for by us.
School Driverinterviews will be held in July. Exact details to be confirmed. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.
We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you’re interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay.
Our offer to you:
Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.
This role is based at Oakham Enterprise Park
Find out more:
To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Graham Saunders on 07901744527 or at gsaunders@rutland.gov.uk.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk
Find out more:
To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Graham Saunders on 07901744527 or at gsaunders@rutland.gov.uk.
How to apply:
Click on the apply button which will redirect you to the Jobs Go Public (JGP site) where we handle all our vacancies. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account, you will be guided through the set up process. Access to an account is necessary, as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have used to register.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk
Please be aware that in the event of a high volume of applications, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date.
Salary range
- £24,027 - £24,404 per year