Are you a reliable and experienced driver able to drive a large transit style van or similar vehicle with due care and attention?
Are you looking for a refreshing change of pace that allows for work outside of a traditional desk setting?
Do you have experience working with children and young people?
We are looking for a dedicated Bookbus Assistant to join the Library Service team to deliver an excellent service to preschool children and staff by driving to each venue, parking safely and assisting children to get on and off the bus.
Salary: £16,783 to £17,047 per annum (pro rata for part time and calculated to term time only)
Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only (39 weeks plus inset days)
Working Pattern: Part time (30 hours per week) Monday to Thursday 08:30am to 3:00pm. Friday 08:30am to 12:00pm
Location: Drayton Depot, Drayton Ln, Chichester PO20 2AJ
About The Job
As a Bookbus Assistant for West Sussex Library Service, you will be part of a supportive and dedicated team. It's not just about the books! We are looking for someone who understands the power of community and models best practice in sharing stories and rhymes with children to inspire and support staff in settings.
On a day-to-day basis, you can expect to:
* Manage the workload during visits, facilitating book lending and shelving books.
* Read to groups of children, answer early years staff inquiries, and maintain a safe environment on the mobile library for all visitors.
* Drive, carry books, take books from the library to stock the bus, move around the vehicle, and support children on the bus.
* Collect the Bookbus from the depot in Drayton and drive to various nurseries/pre-schools, returning it to the depot in the afternoon.
* Work alongside the Bookbus Co-ordinator to share stories and rhymes with small groups of children and on a 1:1 basis.
The successful candidate must hold a valid UK driving licence including C1 and may also be required to hold a Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) (Drivers). You will need to be aged over 21 as this is a DVLA requirement and to have held a driving licence for at least 2 years.
The successful candidate must be willing to undertake CPC training within 6 months of employment, if not held and required, and also pass a driving assessment test.
If you are ready to make a positive impact by offering essential delivery services, then this role is perfect for you!
We would love to hear from you if you have:
* Full clean UK driving licence with C1 category and excellent driving skills.
* Experience of driving a Bookbus or similar sized vehicle such as a large transit van and holding a Certificate of Professional Competence (Drivers) if required.
* 4 GCSEs with A-C passes including Maths and English or equivalent qualification/experience.
* Experience of working confidently with children and staff in a pre-school setting.
* Strong interpersonal skills: you will have the ability to work as part of a small team completing shared tasks.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to right to work within the UK, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, a valid UK driving licence, and a health check.
Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
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