Job Title: Passenger Assistants & Relief Passenger Assistants PA Salary: £12.26 per hour plus mileage and travel time Relief salary : £12.26 per hour plus 14.49% for in lieu of holiday pay, plus mileage and travel time. Contract: Split shifts (AM and PM), part time, term time. See specific contracts for more details Location: You would need to be able to get to the allocated Vehicle Pickup points, which are throughout Worcestershire including Kidderminster, Worcester, Evesham, Bromsgrove, and Redditch. It would be beneficial (but not essential) if you can drive for this role in order to reach the initial vehicle pick up point yourself. The Role Join us in making a positive difference in our community As a Passenger Assistant, you’ll help transport children and adults safely to schools and day centres. We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and flexible individuals who are calm under pressure with good communication and people skills concerning our passengers. You will work as part of a team with the Driver and assist with moving passengers so a moderate level of physical fitness is required. Some of our passengers may have an enhanced care requirement, for which you’ll be responsible for ensuring their comfort and safety. A key task in these roles is to physically assist passengers as necessary to and from the vehicle and help them on and off the vehicle by means of a step or the vehicle lift according to their level of need. The role involves traveling on a vehicle on a split shift to safely transport passengers to their destination which will likely include mornings and afternoons. Due to the nature of the work a criminal record check via the DBS disclosure service will also be required CURRENT ROLES: Passenger Assistant: Chadsgrove School (NBG692) Vehicle Storage Location: Worcester Hours: 23.75 hours per week, Term-time only. Split shift Permanent Passenger Assistant: Chadsgrove School (NBG010) Vehicle Storage Location: Bromsgrove Area Hours: 22 hours per week, Term-time only. Split shift Permanent Passenger Assistant: Wyre Forest School (NKD008) Vehicle Storage Location: Warndon, Worcester Hours: 25 hours per week, Term-time only. Split shift Permanent For further information on this role, please contact the Transport Unit: tsuoperationsworcestershire.gov.uk or 01905 843 506. Relief Passenger Assistants: Relief roles attract a 14.49% pay enhancement. Milage Travel Time payment Relief Passenger Assistants provide cover for sickness, holidays, and busy periods. Available hours are at the discretion of business needs, and at your discretion should you want to accept any if they arise. Benefits: You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage Why work for us? | Worcestershire County Council, so do take a look Some of these offers include: Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government. Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation. Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care. Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all residents and celebrates the diversity of all. Application Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd December 2024 Anticipated Interview Date: as and when applications are received Attached documents Passenger Assistant PS.pdf Passenger Assistant JD.pdf