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Driver Hire Leeds West are currently working with our well-known client to recruit a number of minibus drivers to join their team on an ongoing basis. You will aid our client in the transportation of children or adults with special needs to/from schools or day centres in the Leeds area. The routes may vary as our drivers are there to support the delivery of the service wherever required and a flexible attitude is definitely needed. This is such a rewarding role for someone who has the desire to make a real difference to people's lives.
The Role:
- Monday to Friday, morning and afternoon shifts.
- Minimum of 8 hour shift will be paid, even when fewer hours are worked.
- Start time between 06:30 to 07:00 am and 14:00 pm (typically but this can vary).
- Driving a 16 seat minibus collecting children/adults from homes and taking them to schools/day centres and home again.
- Working with a Personal Assistant you will ensure the clients are conveyed in a safe and calm environment.
- Taking on additional driving work during the day if required to support the smooth operation of the service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Transport clients to and from various destinations, including day centres, schools and homes.
- Assist clients with boarding and disembarking from vehicles.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of clients during transport.
- Maintain accurate records and logs.
- Adhere to all traffic laws and company policies.
Requirements:
- Valid UK driving license including the D1 Entitlement - ESSENTIAL
- No more than 6 points on your licence and for minor offences only (No DD, DU,IN,TT or mobile phone codes accepted)
- Excellent customer service skills.
- A MIDAS certificate is preferred but not essential as training can be provided.
- A level of physical fitness is required to secure wheelchairs to the floor
- using hooks.
- A valid Enhanced DBS check, or the ability to pass an Enhanced DBS check.
- Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Patience, empathy, and a caring attitude.
Benefits of working with Driver Hire Leeds West:
- Flexible working hours.
- Competitive rates of pay.
- £12.89 - £15.47 including Holiday Pay upfront.
- Ongoing training and support.
Still interested?
Please apply via our website, and one of our friendly consultants will be in touch to discuss registration, driving assessment and induction.
Why work with Driver Hire?
Driver Hire Leeds West is part of Driver Hire Nationwide, the UK’s largest specialist transport and logistics recruiter. We provide regular, ongoing, and varied work from multiple clients across the area, but it’s more than just a job with us. We treat you as a true professional and offer a warm and friendly place to work. We’re proud of the fact that in our latest satisfaction survey (December 2022), 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire, 97% rated the level of respect received as Excellent/Good and nearly two thirds (67%) said they would 'definitely’ recommend working for us.
