Ever thought about driving a community minibus?
Positions at C360 for experienced Minibus Drivers – Chelmsford predominantly
3 days (Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday) £25,238.20 (pro-rata) Flexible working pattern between 9am - 6pm and 8am - 5pm Monday to Friday
What’s the attraction?
* To truly make a difference to people’s lives
* To put your minibus driving experience to good use within the community, enabling the more vulnerable people to access services
* To be part of a forward-thinking team, who always put our members first
* To know that the trip you have just provided has put a smile on a member’s face
* You want a job with real purpose
Community360 has a proven track record of already providing transport services in both Colchester and Maldon and Chelmsford. We are seeking someone who can join a busy team providing transport to those who cannot access public transport for appointments, services, activities, and facilities. The Scheme improves the transport provision for people in the local community who have limited mobility (be it through permanent or temporary disablement, illness, accident, or age) or who would otherwise be socially excluded or geographically isolated.
The Position
This role will suit someone who likes to “go the extra mile” and has a flexible approach. Duties include driving a fully accessible minibus and transporting individuals or groups to/from a range of activities including:
· Discharge from hospital
· Medical/health/therapy appointments
· Shopping trips, hairdresser appointments or other socially related events
· Excursion trips
You will bring:
* Experience of driving up to 16-seater minibuses
* Flexible approach essential
* Empathic and caring nature
* A passion for helping people whilst having our values at the heart of what you do
* Resilience to deal with a fast-paced environment
* Strong communication skills
* Ability to work in a team environment
* A full clean driving licence with Category D1 (preferable but not essential) and good local knowledge.
MiDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme) training will be provided. Candidates are required to be aged 25 years or over in order to be covered by our Fleet Insurance.
What you can expect:
* A base in Tiptree
* 28 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
* Extra day off for your birthday (after passing probation)
* Development opportunities
* Full training and a robust induction
* Five extra days holiday (pro-rata) after five years’ service
* Up to three days volunteering per year (after passing probation)
* Staff Buddy Scheme
* Social and Wellbeing programme
* Pension Scheme 6% paid for by employer
* Charity Discount Card
Job and Personal Specification
To apply, please use this link: https://hr.breathehr.com/v/minibus-driver-chelmsford-39034
For further information please contact 01206 505250 or email information@community360.org.uk.
Closing date: 5pm 24th January 2025
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