Career opportunities NEPT Driver/Care Assistant

Central Bedfordshire Council•Sandy, UT

9d•$25,583 - $25,989•Onsite

About The Position

If you’re discreet and professional with a caring attitude, then we would like to hear from you. Find your greatness by joining our Non-Emergency Patient Transport Team (NEPT) as one of our Ambulance Driver/ Care Assistants. You’ll support non-emergency passengers by providing first class, safe care during the transport of SEND children to and from schools and colleges . You’ll also provide the same quality of care when transporting passengers between hospital/clinic appointments and their home Being able to remain calm under pressure is key, as is being willing to undertake training to broaden your knowledge of medical and mental health conditions. A flexible, adaptable approach is required as every day will be different. You must have a full unrestricted D1/PCV vehicle licence to carry out this role. This role will be at our Sandy Depot, Beamish Close, Sandy, SG19 1SD You’ll be able to read, write and speak English fluently and be able to understand and follow policies and procedures supplied to you. A comprehensive training package is provided along with all the benefits of working for Central Bedfordshire Council, which includes a Local Government Pension Scheme and 25 paid days annual leave plus public holidays pro rata. If you would like more details or think you would be suitable for this role and would like to join our NEPT family please contact the NEPT Co-Ordinator on the contact details below.

Requirements

Must have a full unrestricted D1/PCV vehicle licence
Able to read, write and speak English fluently
Able to understand and follow policies and procedures

Responsibilities

Provide first class, safe care during the transport of SEND children to and from schools and colleges
Provide the same quality of care when transporting passengers between hospital/clinic appointments and their home