Job Introduction
This is an exciting opportunity to join Telford & Wrekin Council’s Transport Team who are responsible for the delivery of safe, reliable, sustainable, and innovative value for money transport services to the residents of Telford.
We are looking for passenger drivers who have D1 and want to help make a difference to the lives of people in Telford and Wrekin.
To drive and be responsible for the operation of mini buses which provide specialist transport to passengers, including children with special educational needs, adults with disabilities, social care clients and members of the general public accessing bespoke transport services.
The post holder will support clients and their families and work closely with the passenger assistant, and office team to ensure that the safety, comfort and dignity of all passengers is respected at all times.
Successful candidates will possess good communication skills (both written and verbal) and organisational skills, be excellent team players and have a positive and flexible attitude.
Along with your application please also submit a supporting statement outlining how you meet the Person Specification.
For an informal discussion, please contact lee.smith@telford.gov.uk.
We are committed to equality and diversity. Posts working with children or vulnerable groups will be subject to an appropriate criminal records check.
At Telford & Wrekin Council, we know that having a diverse workforce is key to providing the best possible services to our community. We celebrate having a diverse and inclusive culture where people are able to be themselves at work, and everyone has a voice.
* Competitive rates of pay
* Automatic access to a secure, flexible and tax efficient Local Government Pension Scheme
* Staff benefits and discounts including salary sacrifice schemes
* Free on-site parking
* Generous leave entitlement (24 days rising to 32 days) plus 8 bank holidays and an additional concessionary day
* Free access to our employee assistance programme and confidential counselling
Sorry a CV will not be accepted.
Please note that Telford & Wrekin Council do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas.
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