Casual Passenger Assistant

4 days ago


Dorchester, United Kingdom Dorset Council Full time

Casual Passenger Assistant – Dorset CouncilWe are recruiting Casual Passenger Assistants to support young people with additional needs in the Yeovil / Sherborne area. This is a term‑time only position, commencing at £12.85 per hour.About Dorset TravelDorset Travel was formed in 2008 and is committed to providing a high‑quality service for the residents of Dorset. As a team, we coordinate and support the home‑to‑school transport provision to Special Education Needs Establishments and mainstream schools, as well as transport for adult day centre visitors, members of the public and child care provision. The combined in‑house and contracted fleet carries over 13,000 passengers every day on various services and routes across Dorset.ResponsibilitiesSupport young people providing additional assistance in maintaining a safe environment on the journey from/to home/school, either on a one‑to‑one basis or on shared transport.Cover regular Passenger Assistant absences.Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures and report hazards promptly.QualificationsKnowledge of moderate and complex learning needs.Understanding of safeguarding children.Recognition of hazards and how to report them.Ability to run, bend, stretch, push, pull, lift, carry and kneel to provide the care required for the position of passenger assistant.TrainingDorset Travel is an accredited training centre. New staff will be invited onto a full induction training course covering:SafeguardingManual HandlingEmergency First AidCustomer CareThis post involves working with children and/or vulnerable adults and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.About Dorset CouncilProvide essential services that support over 380,000 residents.Work in partnership to make a real difference.Value every role and the impact it has on our communities.Support our employees to grow, develop and thrive.Commitment to InclusionWe welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible – if you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application.Right to WorkThis role is UK‑based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process.ContactFor further information about the rewarding position of Casual Passenger Assistant, please contact Kathryn Taplin, Compliance Officer, at 01305 224538. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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