City Council Driving jobs in Sunderland

Maynards Travel is seeking qualified bus drivers to fill the role of SEND School Minibus Driver.

This is a part-time position contracted for school term-time only.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Driving a company minibus on Newcastle City Council SEND School Contracts whilst obeying UK traffic laws and the Highway Code
• Working with a company travel assistant on your allocated school run
• Look after your allocated minibus including first use checks, general cleaning and basic maintenance
• Reporting defects in a timely manner to your line manager
• If you have a full Cat D entitlement then there may be scope for ad hoc private hire work (this can be discussed at interview)

Candidates must have the following:

• A vocational Cat D1/D licence entitlement with a valid CPC (If there is code 101 or "NFHR" next to this entitlement on you photocard, we cannot accept your application).
• At least 1 year of driving experience
• No more than 6 penalty points.
• Enhanced DBS certificate no more the 3 years old or be on the DBS Update Service (This can be applied for if you are successful in your application)

Ideal skills for this position:

• Have a friendly and approachable attitude and be able to work with children that have Special Educational Needs or Disabilities
• Be able to secure wheel chair restraints at floor level

Please apply or call 0191 229 1234 to speak with Dave if you feel that this position is for you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From £260.00 per week

Application question(s):

• Are you able to commute to Newburn each day?

Experience:

• Bus driving: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Category D1 Licence (required)
• CPC (preferred)

Work Location: In person