Relief Driver/Passenger Assistant

6 months ago


Houghton Regis, United Kingdom Central Bedfordshire Council Full time

More about the role:

The Fleet Department is looking for Relief Driver/ Passenger Assistants to join our team. Relief staff provide cover for when our permanent staff are absent through holidays, sickness or other reasons. Regular work is available and in some cases, staff may be able to work up to 25 hours per week, although this is not guaranteed. Full training will be given, and we also supply uniform and allowances for equipment.

We are looking for enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to safely transport clients and pupils using council minibuses and tail lift equipped vehicles to and from various day centre, schools and other establishments as required. All staff are based at our South depot at Thorn Turn .

Our Fleet Transport team provides safe, efficient transport for a range of residents. They include older people, those with disabilities and children with special needs. The service allows these people to access educational and day care facilities – helping to make Central Bedfordshire a great place to work and live. As a Relief Driver/ Passenger Assistant, you’ll be a key part of the team.

For drivers you need a category D1 driving licence, but you don’t need previous experience to be considered for this role. However you must be prepared to provide a caring, reliable service. You need to be patient, understanding and aware of issues surrounding disability, dementia and special needs. Our aim is to deliver customers safely from door-to-door. You must be smart and professional as well as punctual and polite. Above all, you will treat your customers with respect and dignity.

You don’t need previous experience to be considered for either of these roles. However you must be prepared to provide a caring, reliable service. You need to be patient, understanding and aware of issues surrounding disability, dementia and special needs. Our aim is to deliver customers safely from door-to-door. You must be smart and professional as well as punctual and polite. Above all, you will treat your customers with respect and dignity

What we can offer you:

As well as joining a friendly, dedicated, and hardworking team you will have access to numerous benefits, including: 

A comprehensive IT package to support you to work safely and effectively 

Generous family friendly policies and practices 

A welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers differences 

Friendly and supportive staff networks

Annual leave allowance 25 days + statutory holidays rising to 32 days with length of service. 

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). This is a valuable part of our rewards package for employees and includes Life Assurance. You can find out more on the . 

An exceptional Employee Assistance Programme which helps support employees with workplace changes as well as other work, family and personal issues 

A huge variety of courses and role-specific training and learning to help you succeed and develop 

Access to discounts on top UK retailers and local retailers 

Central Bedfordshire Council has its own vision and values that are integral to everything we do. Our area vision is to make Central Bedfordshire 'A great place to live and work’. 

Sustainability matters to us. We aim to lead by example in tackling climate change. Read more about the action we’re taking on our website:

Our aspiration is to be a truly flexible employer.



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