This is an exciting opportunity to join Telford & Wrekin Council’s Transport Team who are responsible for the delivery of safe, reliable, sustainable, and innovative value for money transport services to the residents of Telford.
A D1 licence is desirable for this role, but we also encourage applications from individuals who would be willing to work towards achieving it. If you want to help make a positive difference to the lives of people across Telford and Wrekin, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
To drive and be responsible for the operation of mini buses which provide specialist transport to passengers, including children with special educational needs, adults with disabilities, social care clients and members of the general public accessing bespoke transport services.
The post holder will support clients and their families and work closely with the passenger assistant, and office team to ensure that the safety, comfort and dignity of all passengers is respected at all times.
Qualifications
Successful candidates will possess good communication skills (both written and verbal) and organisational skills, be excellent team players and have a positive and flexible attitude.
Applicants should have experience working with children or vulnerable groups and be willing to undergo a criminal records check. A D1 licence is desirable.
We are committed to equality and diversity.
Benefits
- Competitive rates of pay
- Automatic access to a secure, flexible and tax efficient Local Government Pension Scheme
- Staff benefits and discounts including salary sacrifice schemes
- Free on-site parking
- Generous leave entitlement (24 days rising to 32 days) plus 8 bank holidays and an additional concessionary day
- Free access to our employee assistance programme and confidential counselling
We value our employees and offer staff rewards and plenty of opportunities for personal development and career progression.
Application Process
For further information on the role please click on the links below to view the job description and person specification. Along with your application please also submit a supporting statement outlining how you meet the Person Specification. For an informal discussion, please contact lee.smith@telford.gov.uk.
Sorry a CV will not be accepted.
Please note that Telford & Wrekin Council do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas.
Attached documents: Passenger Driver JD & Person Spec
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