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Driver - Minibus - D1

Adecco
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 19 days
Location

South Croydon, Surrey CR2 0JT, England

Salary

£28,000 - £33,600 per annum

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Contract type

Part Time

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  • The London Borough Council is seeking a D1 Driver for their Adult Social Care & Health team in South London, specifically for driving a 16-seater minibus.
  • The role requires a D1 driving license and offers a pay rate of £14.40 per hour, equating to approximately £26,900 per annum.
  • Candidates should have experience in a social care environment and be able to work split shifts from 9:15 to 11:15 and 15:15 to 17:15, Monday to Friday.
  • This is a temporary position for three months with the potential for extension or a permanent role, and a DBS criminal background check is mandatory.
  • The ideal applicant will possess strong communication skills, an understanding of vehicle needs, and the ability to assist passengers effectively.

D1 Driver - Minibus - Passenger escort driving - South London

Adecco are supporting a London Borough Council team in a service role as aD1 Driver in the Adult Social Care & Health team.

16 seater minibus - need D1 licence - minibuses are based at two Centres in Croydon.

We are seeking dynamic and collaborative individuals to join their team to provide the best possible service to support their approach to provisions to Passenger Escort and travel in the Borough. If you are passionate about improving services and working in a helpful environment, then we have the right role for you.

  • Shift pattern 9.15 TO 11.15 AND 15.15 TO 17.15 (Split shift) MONDAY TO FRIDAYS
  • Temporary Role - 3 months with potential extension as well as opportunity to apply for permanent role
  • £14.40 per hour PAYE (Circa £26,9K per annum) or umbrella options available at a slightly higher pay rate with no holiday pay
  • Based in Croydon

This is a very rewarding role, although it may have certain challenges, your day will be taking residents out and about which is an important exposure to activities and events to promote well-being and be a real positive impact on peoples lives

Duties

  • Drive minibuses
  • Work from a passenger list
  • Be responsible for vehicle safety
  • Carry out safety checks on vehicle
  • Lawfully use mobile phone and communicate with team and necessary contacts
  • Assist passengers as necessary
  • Attend meetings when required
  • Undertake other non-passenger duties when required

Must Have's

  • "D1" driving license - Minibus / 16 seater license / CPC / Digi Taco
  • Able to work during shifts as above
  • Happy for us to complete a DBS criminal background check
  • All documents to confirm right to work and be able to provide last 2 years references

An ideal candidate

  • Council environment understanding
  • Experience of working within a Social setting environment
  • Social care / Recycling experience
  • Understanding of all necessary vehicle needs
  • Ability to create and amend basic maps and photographs using digital tools

If you are right for the role and you can develop both the Borough Council and your profile, let us know...

To apply for this position, please submit your application now. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Please note that a DBS check is required for this role, and our client is committed to promoting equality and diversity in employment and service delivery.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and families. Apply now!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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