Location
London Borough of Croydon

Hours
Part Time - 25 hours per week, split shift working pattern, term time only

Salary
£33,012 - £33,987 pro rata (equivalent to £20,358 - £20,959 for term time only)

About the Role
Croydon Council is one of the largest London boroughs, committed to providing safe transportation for its Special Educational Needs (SEN) clientele to and from school. Serving over 360,000 residents and approximately 14,000 businesses, this is an exciting opportunity to join a vital service team.

The Transport and Travel Assistance service in Croydon has evolved significantly in recent years to meet increasing demand and demographic pressures, while managing budget constraints. The council is focused on creating an alternative travel model that offers clients more choice and independence.

We are recruiting a minibus driver to join our in-house passenger transport service. The successful candidate will have experience in similar roles and be dedicated to delivering a high-quality, safe, and caring service to a vulnerable client group.

Experience
- Previous experience driving passenger transport vehicles, preferably with young people or adults requiring care and consideration.
- Knowledge of Road Traffic Acts and Highway Code.
- Experience in maintaining appropriate records and reporting incidents.
- Ability to manage and diffuse difficult situations effectively.
- Ability to liaise tactfully between home and school regarding day-to-day concerns.

About you
- Hold an appropriate "D" driving licence with PCV entitlement for the vehicle being driven.
- Completed MIDAS and First Aid Training.
- Committed to delivering a safe, reliable, and compassionate service.
- Flexible to work within core service hours and outside normal office hours as required by rota.
- Willingness to wear a uniform while on duty.
- Enhanced DBS Disclosure required.

Qualifications
- Valid "D" driving licence with PCV entitlement.
- MIDAS and First Aid training completed or willingness to complete as part of role requirements.