Passenger Assistant
Passenger Assistant
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13-08-2025
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1-3years
Monthly Salary
UM 15 - 15
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1 Vacancy
Posted on :
13-08-2025
Job Description
3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
We are seeking dedicated Passenger Assistants to support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) on their journeys to and from school.
This is a term-time only split-shift role based in West Bridgford Nottingham.
The role involves ensuring a safe caring and supportive travel experience for pupils in partnership with the driver.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Assist and supervise SEND pupils during transport between home and school always ensuring their safety and comfort.
Work collaboratively with the vehicle driver to manage pupil behaviour and respond to any incidents during transit.
Operate within health and safety guidelines and ensure correct procedures are followed including the safe securing of wheelchairs and use of restraints.
Maintain communication with relevant staff to report concerns or safeguarding issues regarding any pupils.
Support with boarding and disembarking especially for passengers with mobility needs.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to infection control and hygiene practices.
Ensure the cleanliness and general upkeep of the vehicle where applicable.
Provide basic support in emergency situations including administering first aid if trained to do so.
Escort and supervise pupils during transitions to and from the vehicle.
Comply with safeguarding protocols and always transport service guidelines.
Skills/Experience:
Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals ideally in a transport care or education setting.
Understanding of safeguarding procedures and ability to respond appropriately to incidents or concerns.
Ability to work calmly under pressure with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A patient caring and professional approach with a genuine commitment to supporting SEND pupils.
Good punctuality and reliability essential due to split-shift requirements.
Familiarity with handling or supporting passengers with mobility needs or behavioural challenges is desirable.
Basic knowledge of health and safety and manual handling procedures (training can be provided).
Additional Information:
This is a temporary position for 12 weeks working 20 hours per week Monday to Friday (07:30 09:30 and 14:30 16:30). The start date is 1st September 2025.
Driving licence not essential for the Passenger Assistant role but ability to travel to County Hall for the start/end of shift is required.
3 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: We are seeking dedicated Passenger Assistants to support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) on their journeys to and from school. This is a term-time only, split-shift role based in West Bridgford, Nottingham. The role involves ensuring a safe, caring, and supportive travel experience for pupils, in partnership with the driver. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): Assist and supervise SEND pupils during transport between home and school, always ensuring their safety and comfort. Work collaboratively with the vehicle driver to manage pupil behaviour and respond to any incidents during transit. Operate within health and safety guidelines and ensure correct procedures are followed, including the safe securing of wheelchairs and use of restraints. Maintain communication with relevant staff to report concerns or safeguarding issues regarding any pupils. Support with boarding and disembarking, especially for passengers with mobility needs. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to infection control and hygiene practices. Ensure the cleanliness and general upkeep of the vehicle where applicable. Provide basic support in emergency situations, including administering first aid if trained to do so. Escort and supervise pupils during transitions to and from the vehicle. Comply with safeguarding protocols and always transport service guidelines. Skills/Experience: Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals, ideally in a transport, care, or education setting. Understanding of safeguarding procedures and ability to respond appropriately to incidents or concerns. Ability to work calmly under pressure, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. A patient, caring, and professional approach with a genuine commitment to supporting SEND pupils. Good punctuality and reliability, essential due to split-shift requirements. Familiarity with handling or supporting passengers with mobility needs or behavioural challenges is desirable. Basic knowledge of health and safety and manual handling procedures (training can be provided). Additional Information: This is a temporary position for 12 weeks, working 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday (07:30 09:30 and 14:30 16:30). The start date is 1st September 2025. Driving licence not essential for the Passenger Assistant role, but ability to travel to County Hall for the start/end of shift is required.
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Driving licence not essential for the Passenger Assistant role, but ability to travel to County Hall for the start/end of shift is required.
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