School Minibus Driver (North Dorset)
ECT CharityEngland, United Kingdom
Posted September 6, 2022
25420 - 25420 GBP year
Full Time
About the Company
ECT Charity delivers safe, accessible, and affordable community transport for individuals who face mobility challenges or live in areas lacking mainstream public transport. It offers door‑to‑door rides and an accessible minibus fleet for local charities, voluntary groups, and residents in Cheshire, Dorset, and Ealing, enabling shopping, social visits, and participation in day‑trips. By providing the only viable mobility option for many vulnerable and socially isolated people, ECT Charity creates significant social value, helping users maintain independence and engage with essential services. The charity’s expertise is further demonstrated through its transport solutions for high‑profile events such as the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Prince Harry’s Invictus Games, and the 2017 World Para Athletics Championships.
Job Description
Dorset Community Transport (DCT) is seeking a School Minibus Driver to provide home-to-school transport for pupils attending mainstream and Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools. The driver will also take community groups out on activities and/or provide a door-to-door transport service for vulnerable individuals.
Requirements
- Hold a full UK driving licence, including D1 or D1 101 category
- Be over 21 years old
- Have use of private transport to get to work
- Have extensive driving experience and the ability to plan routes
- Be committed to high levels of customer care and be caring and sympathetic
- Be able to get on with people from all backgrounds
- Be reliable, conscientious and punctual
- Be physically capable of undertaking manual handling activities
- Have their own mobile phone and ability to access email on a daily basis
- Be able to read, understand and follow written instructions
- Have excellent verbal communication skills
- Be able to accurately record basic information
Benefits
- Minimum guaranteed 16 hours/week with potential opportunities for paid overtime
- Paid holiday pay (as accrued)
- Sick pay entitlement
- 5.6 weeks' pro-rata paid holiday per year (including bank holidays)
- Uniform and Personal Protective Equipment provided
- Training opportunities