Description
We are seeking a friendly, reliable driver with a passion for helping others. As a Minibus Driver, you will provide a safe, caring and professional transport service for older and vulnerable customers, helping them attend activities, appointments and outings.
This is a part-time role based in Tower Hamlets, working afternoon shifts Monday to Friday (2.30pm – 5pm) with Saturday afternoon cover required approximately every 4 weeks. Some flexibility may be required for additional hours to cover absences.
Responsibilities:
- Safely transport customers to and from their homes, activities and community outings.
- Support customers with mobility needs, including wheelchair users.
- Operate tail lifts, wheelchair restraints and other accessibility equipment.
- Carry out vehicle checks and report faults promptly.
- Ensure the minibus is safe, clean and roadworthy.
- Provide excellent customer service and build positive relationships with customers.
- Identify and report any safeguarding concerns in line with Peabody policies.
- Use a smartphone and digital systems to access schedules, emails and service updates.
- Follow health and safety procedures and maintain required training and qualifications.
Requirements:
- A valid PCV/D1 licence to drive a 5-tonne minibus (essential)
- Experience driving a minibus
- Excellent communication and people skills
- A caring, patient and empathetic approach
- Basic IT skills including the ability to use emails, apps and smartphones
Nice to have:
- Experience using tail lifts and wheelchair-access equipment.
- Experience supporting vulnerable adults
- Experience moving and handling people
- MiDAS training or willingness to obtain it.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and supporting vulnerable people
- Flexibility to work additional paid hours when required.
Benefits:
- Up to 30 days’ annual holiday
- Two additional paid volunteering days each year
- Flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal
- 4 x salary life assurance
- Up to 10% pension contribution