Job Purpose
We are seeking a reliable and professional Minibus Driver to join our team.
To provide safe, reliable and compassionate transport for young adults attending the Day Centre. This includes daily pick-ups and drop-offs, as well as driving for community activities, trips, and appointments during the day. The role supports the independence, safety, and wellbeing of individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism.
Key ResponsibilitiesTransport Duties
- Safely operate the centre’s minibus to collect service users from their homes and transport them to and from the Day Centre.
- Drive service users to planned activities, outings, and appointments within the local community during the day.
- Ensure all journeys are completed on time while maintaining safety and comfort for all passengers.
- Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and report any maintenance issues promptly.
- Keep the minibus clean, tidy, and roadworthy at all times.
- Assist service users when boarding and exiting the vehicle, ensuring correct use of seatbelts, wheelchairs and restraints (where applicable).
Support Duties
- Provide a friendly, calm, and patient presence for young adults with additional needs.
- Communicate effectively with support staff, families, and service users.
- Maintain awareness of safeguarding and report concerns promptly following policy.
- Support staff during community outings where required, including helping individuals to access venues safely.
Record-Keeping
- Complete transport logs, mileage sheets, and incident forms as required.
- Follow GDPR and confidentiality requirements at all times.
RequirementsEssential
- Full clean UK driving licence (Category D1 not required).
- Experience driving larger vehicles (e.g., minibuses, vans) or willingness to be trained.
- Good communication skills and a patient, supportive attitude.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
- Understanding of, or willingness to learn about, supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism.
- Commitment to safeguarding and professional boundaries.
Desirable
- Previous experience working with vulnerable adults or young people.
- First aid training (or willingness to undertake training).
- Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.
Additional Information
- All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
- Training will be provided on safeguarding, disability awareness, and minibus safety.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.50-£13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12 – 40 per week
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
