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Passenger Assistant Kirklees

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Job Description - Passenger Assistant Kirklees

Passenger Assistants
  • Pay Rate: £12.95 paye
  • Location: Kirklees Council
  • Job Type: Part-time (Temporary Contract until 01/12/2025)
  • Working Hours: 7:00 am - 18:00 pm (on a rota basis, covering 6 hours a day, and split shifts will apply as well)

Kirklees Council are looking for thirty-five part-time Passenger Assistants to provide a high-quality transport service for children and young adults with special educational needs. This role is crucial in ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of passengers during their commute to and from school or college.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Assist children and young adults with special educational needs during their transport to and from educational institutions.
  • Attend to the personal, physical, and medical needs of passengers, ensuring their safety and comfort at all times.
  • Support the driver in operating vehicle equipment such as doors, ramps, and safety restraints, and ensure that all passengers disembark safely.
  • Monitor and report on the condition of the vehicle and communicate any concerns or incidents to the Transport Office.
  • Liaise effectively with parents, transport officers, schools, and colleges to ensure smooth operation and communication.
  • Handle sensitive items such as pupils' dinner money, medicines, and messages securely and responsibly.
  • Administer emergency medication and first aid when necessary and respond appropriately to medical emergencies.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding passengers' personal medical information in compliance with GDPR.
  • Participate in training sessions organised by the Council to enhance service quality and personal skills.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Ability to work flexibly across different routes within Kirklees and adapt to changes at short notice.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and educational staff.
  • Experience in handling medical emergencies and administering first aid (training provided if necessary).
  • Commitment to maintaining high standards of vehicle cleanliness and passenger hygiene.
  • A valid Enhanced DBS on the update service is required.
  • Previous experience in a care or SEND - related role
  • Effective communication with children, parents and school staff
  • Compassionate and clear communication, particularly with SEND children.
  • Sensitive to a range of disabilities and special needs
  • Patience and consistency to provide a stable presence for the children
  • Passenger Assistants are picked up and dropped off at their own homes
Benefits:

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