ChS Passenger Assistant NKD964

ChS Passenger Assistant NKD964

Employer: Worcestershire County Council

Location: Kidderminster

Salary: £12,621 per annum

Closing date: 20 Aug 2026

Reference: WCC/TP/1181/1758

Sector: Local Councils

Job Type: Highways / Transport / Traffic

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Term time

Hours: Part-Time

Job Details

Job Title: ChS Passenger Assistant NKD964

Ref: NKD964

Salary: £12,620 per annum

22.5 Hours per Week

Location: Baxter College (Kidderminster) (to Wyre Forest School)

Team: TSU Operations

Permanent

Please ensure that you inform your current manager that you are applying for this role

The Role

Approachable, friendly, and always there with a smile? Can you see yourself transporting children and adults to our 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.

You will need to be a team player working closely with our passengers, some of whom have an enhanced care requirement, 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 step or the vehicle lift according to their level of need.

Candidates require the ability to undertake moderate physical activity, sometimes in a confined space.

The role involves traveling on a vehicle on a split shift to safely transport passengers to their destination which may include in the morning and the afternoon.

Due to the nature of the work a criminal record check via the DBS disclosure service will also be required.

For further information on this role, please contact the Transport Unit: tsuoperations@worcestershire.gov.uk

Talent Pool

If you would like to be added to the talent pool for salaried vacancies, please apply and indicate this along the top of your application with how many hours would be preferable and what category licence you hold. As and when a suitable vacancy arises, we will be in contact. Please ensure to leave a contact number and email address in your application.

Benefits

• 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.

Equality & Diversity

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

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.

Application Closing Date: Thursday 20th August 2026

Anticipated Interview Date: W/C Monday 24th August 2026

Company

The work we do at Worcestershire County Council matters! We are there for the most vulnerable people in society who need us the most, we are helping to build a successful and growing local economy, we protect our environment, we improve outcomes for our children, young people and families, and we help ensure our residents are healthier, live longer and have a better quality of life. In short, what we do makes a difference to people's lives!

With so many ways to contribute, the chances are we have a job opportunity that's the career for you.

While you are working hard, doing your best for the people of Worcestershire, we will do our best to provide an environment that supports and inspires you. Here are some of the top reasons why you should work here.

Notes for applicants

When you click 'apply', you will be re-directed to Worcestershire County Council's online application site.

To submit your application, you will need to login to our site (this is a separate login to WM Jobs).

First time applicants will be asked to create a new account. Please note, you are only able to view the Job Description and Person Specification on the WM Jobs board not via Worcestershire County Council's online application site.

If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please let us know.

Contact details: recruitment@worcestershire.gov.uk

Company info

Website: http://www.worcestershire.gov.uk/

Telephone:

Location: Worcestershire County Council, County Hall, Spetchley Road, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR5 2NP, United Kingdom

#s1-Gen

Approachable, friendly, and always there with a smile? Can you see yourself transporting children and adults to our 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. You will need to be a team player working closely with our passengers, some of whom have an enhanced care requirement, 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 step or the vehicle lift according to their level of need. Candidates require the ability to undertake moderate physical activity, sometimes in a confined space. The role involves traveling on a vehicle on a split shift to safely transport passengers to their destination which may include in the morning and the afternoon. Due to the nature of the work a criminal record check via the DBS disclosure service will also be required, While you are working hard, doing your best for the people of Worcestershire, we will do our best to provide an environment that supports and inspires you. Here are some of the top reasons why you should work here.

The work we do at Worcestershire County Council matters! We are there for the most vulnerable people in society who need us the most, we are helping to build a successful and growing local economy, we protect our environment, we improve outcomes for our children, young people and families, and we help ensure our residents are healthier, live longer and have a better quality of life. In short, what we do makes a difference to people's lives! With so many ways to contribute, the chances are we have a job opportunity that's the career for you.

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.
Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents. 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.