Driver (20 hours / 39 weeks)

National Star is recruiting for a Site Services Driver / Assistant to join the fantastic Site Services team at Ullenwood. The successful candidate will provide a first class transport service for students, adult learners and staff, ensuring that the bus runs on time and passengers are transported safely in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy. You will provide a reliable, responsive and effective bus service across Gloucestershire along set routes.

Candidates must hold a full D1 driving licence with at least 101 restriction in place.

The working pattern will be
Mon, Tues, Wed 6.30am - 4.30pm

Key driver responsibilities:

Transport service users and staff between locations and undertake other journeys as required
Ensure all passengers are secure within the vehicle, including clamping and unclamping any wheelchair users and safely operating tail lifts
Ensure the comfort, health and safety, and welfare of passengers
Interact with service users and staff appropriately, communicating information regarding delays or vehicle issues in a timely manner
Undertake non-passenger journeys on behalf of the organisation, including banking, post office, pharmacy collections, material collections and / or deliveries as and when required
Operate the minibuses and equipment in accordance with transport policies and procedures, including undertaking daily maintenance and safety checks. Ensure any faults or problems are promptly reported and actioned.