Community Minibus Driver

2 weeks ago

Tamworth, United Kingdom Community Together CIC Full time

**Job Title**: Community Bus Driver

**Location**: Tamworth and surrounding areas
**Employer**: Community Together CIC
**Hours**: 16 hours per week
**Salary**: National Minimum Wage
**Contract Type**: Part-time

**Purpose of the Role**:
To provide a safe, reliable, and respectful transport service for elderly passengers aged 65+ attending day opportunities within and around the Tamworth area. The role requires ensuring the dignity, safety, and wellbeing of all passengers throughout their journey — from their doorstep to the venue and return.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Safely drive the community minibus to transport elderly individuals to and from designated locations.
- Assist passengers from their homes to the bus and from the bus into their day opportunity, ensuring they are treated with dignity and respect at all times.
- Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects or concerns promptly.
- Maintain accurate records of journeys, mileage, and any incidents.
- Provide friendly, courteous support to all passengers, including those with mobility issues.
- Ensure the minibus is kept clean, tidy, and presentable at all times.
- Liaise with staff at day opportunity centres to ensure smooth drop-off and pick-up procedures.
- Follow all safeguarding procedures and work in line with Community Together CIC’s values and policies.
- Report any concerns about passengers’ wellbeing to the relevant manager.

**Important Requirement**:
**Person SpecificationEssentialDesirable**Full UK driving licence with **Category D1** entitlement (to drive minibuses with up to 16 passenger seats)MIDAS training certificateExperience of driving in a safe and responsible mannerPrevious experience in a similar roleA caring and respectful attitude towards elderly individualsBasic understanding of safeguarding practicesPhysically fit and able to assist with passenger boardingKnowledge of the Tamworth areaExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsFirst Aid certificationPunctual, reliable, and trustworthyExperience working or volunteering with older peopleCommitment to upholding the dignity and independence of passengersFamiliarity with minibus maintenance checksAbility to work independently and follow schedules
- Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.21-£21.65 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Work from home

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: MINIBUS1
Expected start date: 01/10/2025

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