About AFJ Limited
We are a family owned and managed community transport business providing special needs school transport and care. We are looking to expand team in Manchester and are looking for PCV D1 licensed drivers to join our great team. Our new team members need to be reliable, honest and caring as we look to deliver the extra support and routine that our passengers need.
If you are looking for a job to fit in with your family life, with no weekend working or a career change, we would be delighted to receive an application from you.
We see our passengers as part of our wider family, the successful candidates with us know that ensuring the wellbeing of passengers in their care and showing empathy and reassurance are part of our core values. You will be working alongisde a Passenger Assistant to ensure our service users board and leave vehicles in a safe manner and are handled according to their individual needs.
If you feel you have the drive, passion and caring nature this rewarding job role requires, we would be happy to hear from you. We offer good rates of pay, rewards, holidays and many other benefits such as training qualifications and regular promotions.
Responsibilities
- Provide assistance for special needs children and cater for their needs to access our vehicles safely
- Demonstrate care and understanding for passengers and any medical conditions or needs they may have
- Maintain confidentiality and discretion of GDPR Regulations/Data Protection at all times
- Communicate effectively with our clients, passenger assistants and management team
- Inspecting and completing daily vehicle and equipment check via our electronic recording system
- Work in a professional manner complying with safe systems of work at all times
- Undertake regular assessments and training to ensure that as a team we offer the highest quality of service
Requirements
- PCV D1 Licensed
- CPC Card
- A minimum of 3 Years Driving Experience in the UK (Preferred)
- Living in the Manchester area and able to commute to our depot in Failsworth.
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Good Punctuality & Reliability
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good Communication & Problem Solving Skills
- A caring attitude towards passengers and an ability to show empathy and respect
- Willingness to undergo Induction & Continuous Training
Rewards
- Good Rates of Pay
- Holiday Pay
- Company Pension
- Discounts on Private Vehicle Maintenance
- Company Paid Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Certificate
- Full In-House Training
- Uniform
- Internal Promotion based on Performance
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.50 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Driving: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- PCV licence (required)
- CPC Card (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Home to School Minibus Driver
