Driver/Escort – Part-time
Westmorland School
Chorley
- Expired
- Salary:
- £8.09 - £8.36 per hour (salary) + Outstanding Benefits package
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 2 November 2018
Job overview
Westmorland School is a successful, independent specialist day school for young people aged 5-11 years who have autism spectrum disorder and associated behavioural, emotional, and social needs.
Your role as a Driver/Escort will be to either drive one of the school minibuses, or escort the children whilst they are driven, collecting them from their homes in the morning, and returning them after school. The number of young people in each vehicle will be between one and 6, and there will always be 2 Driver/Escorts present.
Basic computer skills such as the use of email systems and the ability to input and retrieve data is essential and a basic knowledge of MS Office is desirable.
Ideally applicants will have a clean driving licence with a minimum of 5 years' driving experience, be over 25, have a good sense of humour and have the ability to work as part of a team.
Applicants should be of smart appearance, reliable and good time keepers. We will consider applications from non-drivers who can be employed as an Escort only.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Check and, if employed as a Driver/Escort, will complete a DVAS driver training course. All employees will undertake staff induction training; this will comprise online training, training in school and some travelling to attend training at other sites.
Hours
You will work Monday-Friday, 20 hours per week, and your hours will be split between the morning and afternoon school runs. Term time only.
Reward
You’ll receive a competitive salary, pro-rata’d 35 days school holidays, contributory pension (matched up to 5%) and comprehensive induction and ongoing training, as well as extensive Group staff benefits such as Medicash Health Plan/Employee Assistance, Cycle to Work and tax free childcare vouchers.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Martin Keeling, Senior Administrator on 01257 278899.
The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
Closing Date: 2nd November 2018
Interviews: Week commencing 12th November 2018
About Westmorland School
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