Driver

At Dorset Travel, we've been dedicated to making a difference in our community since 2008. Every day, we ensure over 13,000 passengers travel safely across Dorset. From school children to day centre visitors, we make every journey comfortable and secure. Now, we're looking for caring and responsible drivers in the Shaftesbury, Blandford area to join our team, helping transport vulnerable adults and the elderly with the utmost care and safety. What you will be doing: Your main job is to ensure the health and safety of our passengers. This includes understanding potential hazards and following strict safety policies. You'll need to be active and able to assist passengers, including those in wheelchairs. This might involve running to ensure a passenger's safety, bending, stretching, lifting, and securing wheelchairs inside the vehicle. You'll be trained in emergency first aid to handle any situation calmly and effectively. Your role is crucial in safeguarding our passengers from harm. We'll provide all the training you need to do this confidently. What's in it for you?

• Play a key role in the daily lives of those who rely on us for their transportation needs.
• As an accredited training centre, we offer full induction training to equip you with the necessary tools and knowledge.
• Be part of a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality service and making a positive impact in the community.
  
  you are compassionate with a commitment to safety and care
• physical ability to assist our passengers
• a readiness to learn and grow with us
This role is part time at 28 hours per week. The shift pattern for this role is over a split shift, with 2.8 hours in the morning and 2.8 hours in the afternoon. The job is located in and around the Shaftsbury area. But applicants from Blandford are welcome as this is where the run starts. The role involves driving a 16 seat mini bus and applicants must hold a minimum of D1 on their licence.

Posts requiring DBS clearance This post involves working with children and/or vulnerable adults and/or having access to significant information about them. It will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. See our policy on the employment of ex-offenders. At Dorset Council, it's not just about the work we do, it's about how we do it. Hear directly from our employees about what makes Dorset Council special in this short video: Unable to show this video due to your cookie preferences At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future. We:
• provide essential services that support over 300,000 residents
• work in partnership to make a real difference
• value every role and the impact it has on our communities
• support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive
You will:
• be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset
• have access to a range of benefits and support
• receive training and development opportunities to help your career progress
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible, if you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application. This role is UK-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement. If you're passionate about making a difference, we'd love you to join us.