PCV Driver

Service Care Solutions are working with a client in Central London who have a vacancy for a PCV Driver to join there team in an ongoing placement.
This is an excellent opportunity to work for an organisation that values safety, customer service, and community support. The role offers flexibility, development opportunities, and the chance to make a positive impact on passengers, including those with special needs.

Role Purpose:
To drive passenger-carrying vehicles and other fleet vehicles on scheduled and non-scheduled services. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe carriage, welfare, and assistance of passengers, particularly those with special needs, and for the handling of goods, commodities, and equipment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Drive fleet vehicles (e.g., coaches, buses, minibuses, goods vehicles, and cars) for the transport of passengers and/or goods, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with weather and traffic conditions.
2. Follow all relevant driving regulations, codes of practice, and procedures, ensuring PPE and uniforms are worn as required.
3. Conduct daily and weekly vehicle checks, report defects, and maintain vehicle cleanliness and hygiene standards.
4. Safely assist passengers, particularly individuals with disabilities or special needs, ensuring their wellbeing during boarding, transit, and alighting.
5. Maintain accurate records, operate tachographs, and use in-vehicle equipment as needed.
6. Communicate professionally with parents, carers, teachers, and centre staff in a multi-ethnic environment.
7. Follow daily work schedules and adhere to safety and operational procedures.

What We Are Looking For:
Essential Qualifications:

• A current, clean driving licence with a minimum unrestricted category D (PCV licence).
• Enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references covering the last 5 years.

Essential Experience:

• Proven experience driving passenger-carrying vehicles.
• Experience working with individuals with learning, mobility, and physical disabilities.

Desirable:

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  Additional qualifications or experience in similar roles would be advantageous.

Skills and Behaviours:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with clients, carers, and stakeholders.
• Ability to remain calm, proactive, and professional in emergency situations.
• Physically able to assist passengers and operate equipment, including tail lifts and restraints.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on passenger safety and welfare.
• Ability to work flexibly, adhering to schedules and completing documentation as required.

Knowledge:

• Awareness of Health & Safety requirements, manual handling, and local traffic regulations.
• Understanding of the needs of individuals requiring special assistance.

For more details on this position and to apply, contact Prakash today by emailing (url removed) or call (phone number removed).