Location: Age UK, The Jubilee Centre, Mosley Avenue, Bury, BL9 6NJ / Hybrid working
About the Role
The role of the Minibus Driver is to support our Friends Together service, the main duties are to pick up members from their home and return them home. We recognise that driving conditions differ from day to day and overtime will be paid to cover excess time. The minibuses are parked next to the Clarence Park Lodge on Walmersley Road, Bury, BL9 6LL in a secure yard. All staff will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check to verify their record status. Training on Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and First Aid will be provided.
The office is based at the Jubilee Centre in Moorside, Bury. The Centre is situated in a park and overlooks the beautiful Clarence Park Lido. The Jubilee Centre is an activity for people over 50+ and has a popular café for all visitors.
Please note: this role does not offer visa sponsorship.
Key Responsibilities
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To drive vehicles owned by Age UK Bury during normal service operating hours.
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To assist members from their pickup point to the vehicle and from the vehicle to their destination and to have due consideration for the safety and comfort of the members.
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To perform the prescribed daily vehicle and safety equipment checks and immediately record and report any defects which become apparent.
- To immediately report and record details of any accident or mishap, no matter how minor, and to secure witnesses to confirm.
- To ensure that Age UK Bury procedures are met in respect of:
Vehicle and associated equipment checks
Accident Procedures
Breakdown Procedures
Health & Safety Policy
Driving Standards
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To inform the Chief Officer immediately if they incur penalty points on their driving license.
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To report any passenger comments or complaints.
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To undertake where necessary duties normally performed by other members of staff as identified by Supervisory staff.
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To undergo any training as defined by Company Policy.
About You
Essential Criteria
Assessment Method
A current driving license held for at least 2 years.
Application/Interview
Experience driving a large vehicle with evidence of D1 eligibility.
Application/Interview
Ability to undertake vehicle checks and carry out basic maintenance.
Application/Interview
A pleasant, patient and helpful personality.
Application/Interview
Ability to communicate with a range of people.
Application/Interview
Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
Application/Interview
A flexible approach to working arrangements.
Application/Interview
Good organisational ability.
Application/Interview
Understanding of the needs of people aged 50+ and how age may affect a person’s mobility and confidence.
Application/Interview
A geographical knowledge of Bury and the surrounding boroughs.
Application/Interview
What We Offer
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Contribution to pension scheme after 3 months of working here.
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Generous leave allowance: 20 days per year on a pro-rata basis, plus all statutory bank holidays and one compulsory day off from Age UK Bury. In addition, 3 days paid leave for you to undertake voluntary work for a charity of your choice.
