Disability Support Worker (School Bus Aide)

High Wycombe - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About us

Kinetic is Australia and New Zealands largest and most diverse bus operator moving more than 75 million passengers per year across some of the most recognisable names in bus transport. We deliver these services through our 6000 people and fleet of over 3800 buses.

As a business who genuinely cares about our customers our people and our environment; we are industry leaders in delivering zero-emission technology investing in our communities training and developing our people and providing an inclusive workplace which reflects the communities we serve.

The opportunity

Are you a Disability Support Worker or Home Carer looking for something different Join us as a School Bus Aide and make a real impact on the lives of children with disabilities. This role is perfect if you love interacting with kids and want to start and end each day knowing youve made a difference.

Kinetic are looking for a Bus Aide to provide assistance to School Bus drivers in the operation of School Bus Services (am/pm splits) ensuring efficient running and passenger safety. A Bus Aide may operate school services charters and special events.

Youll work split shifts (morning and afternoon) supporting students on their school bus journeys ensuring their safety comfort and wellbeing.

Key responsibilities

Assist in the safe boarding and exiting of students including those who are ambulant or use wheelchairs
Supervise student behaviour to maintain a safe and respectful environment on board
Attend to individual student needs including liaising with the driver about comfort factors such as heating and cooling
Engage positively with students demonstrating a caring and supportive attitude throughout the journey
Foster a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere by initiating appropriate conversation and building rapport with students

Why Kinetic

We are Australias and New Zealands leading mass transit bus operator with opportunities to grow and spread your wings
We offer full on-the-job training
We care for our people and provide our Employee Assistance Program including wellbeing financial and nutritional coaching counselling and legal advice
We offer secure employment with genuine career progression opportunities
We care for our people and provide industry best diversity leave provisions

The boxes youll tick

We are people person with a customer first attitude and therefore are looking for people with:

Experience working with people with disabilities
Excellent customer service skills and enjoy working with the public
Ability to work as a team with the Driver to deliver a safe and effective service
Current first aid certificate and CPR
Current Working with Children Check (we can assist you obtaining one if required)
Be able to pass a preemployment physical examination and medical history check
Australian Work Rights

How you apply

So if this sounds like you and you are ready for a challenging and rewarding career with Kinetic then click the Apply for this job button now! There has never been a better time to join Kinetic.

Kineticis proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply including First Nations People and people from diverse social cultural and gender backgrounds.

About usKinetic is Australia and New Zealands largest and most diverse bus operator moving more than 75 million passengers per year across some of the most recognisable names in bus transport. We deliver these services through our 6000 people and fleet of over 3800 buses.As a business who genuinely ...