Passenger Assistant

Description

Job Title: Home to School Travel Assistant

Location: Various – to schools attended by Children from within the City

Contract Details: Temporary, Part Time

Split Shift required for the role times are;– 7am to 9am and then 2pm to 4pm.

You will need to be available for both shifts Monday to Friday.

Term time only.

Salary: 12.85 per hour

About Our Client:

Join a dedicated team committed to ensuring the safe transit and care of children with special educational needs. Our client, a reputable public sector organisation, values teamwork, compassion, and safety, providing essential support to families and schools within the community.

Benefits & Perks:

Competitive hourly wage

Opportunities for professional development

Comprehensive training, including Paediatric First Aid

Supportive work environment

Meaningful work that positively impacts children's lives

Responsibilities:

As a Home to School Travel Assistant, you will:

Safely accompany children with special educational needs to and from school.

Ensure children's welfare, discipline, and appropriate behaviour during transit.

Physically assist with lifting immobile and disabled children, including handling wheelchairs and car seats.

Liaise with vehicle drivers to coordinate transport arrangements.

Maintain accurate records of passengers and report any incidents or accidents.

Communicate effectively with parents, school staff, and Travel Unit Officers.

Attend mandatory training sessions to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

Current recognised Paediatric First Aid Certificate.

Experience caring for children, particularly those with special educational needs.

Strong communication skills to engage with parents and school staff.

Ability to comply with health and safety policies and procedures.

Competence in record keeping and reporting.

Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

Familiarity with handling wheelchairs and specialised equipment.

Previous experience in a similar role or working in a care environment.

Understanding of the importance of child safeguarding and welfare.

Technologies:

Familiarity with basic office software for record keeping and communication.

Knowledge of transport safety equipment and protocols.

How to apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in children lives and have the skills we need, we want to hear from you!

Adecco is a disability–confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Ad ID: 5417313350