HcL
Handicabs (Lothian)
VACANCY 02/08 August 2026
LOCAL BUS SERVICE – Ratho to Edinburgh
Available Positions & Hours
We are recruiting for a number of driver positions across a variety of shift patterns.
a. Saturday and Sunday |19.5 hours per week | £15.50 per hour x 2 drivers
b. Rotating Shift (4 days on / 4 days off) |Approx. 10.50 hours per WEEK | £14.00 per hour (£15.50 for weekend shifts) x 1 driver
Weekend rates apply to all Saturday and Sunday shifts.
INTRODUCTION
Our community drivers offer a person-centred service that supports everyone in the community to get to where they need to go. If you are looking for a rewarding role that has a real impact on people’s lives, then this could be the job for you.
HcL Community Transport Services began over 40 years ago in 1982 and is a registered charity that helps people in the Lothians stay connected. Our adapted vehicles operate all year-round supporting people with a range of disabilities and long-term health conditions to get out and about. The vehicles used, have been specially adapted to carry combinations of wheelchair users and other passengers safely and comfortably.
We run a number of services across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Dial-A-Ride - provides a door-through-door transport service, journeys are to wherever the passenger wants to go – to medical appointments, meet friends, to church, visits to family, to the shops, cinema or theatre, to Waverley or Edinburgh Airport etc. We also respond to requests for journeys nationally on an availability basis.
Dial-A-Bus - provides transport from home to local shopping centres/large supermarkets. The service operates at least once a week Monday-Friday from most areas in Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Local Bus Services - we operate a Community Bus service in West Lothian and Edinburgh.
Community Group Transport - we also provide transport for other community organisations for groups and events.
BASE
You will be based at our Bathgate Depot: 17a Inchmuir Road, Whitehill Industrial Estate, Bathgate, EH48 2EP.
ACCOUNTABILITY
To the Operations Manager
DRIVING DUTIES
· To drive HcL adapted vehicles as required.
· To provide any necessary assistance for passengers before, during, or after travel, consistent with their transport needs.
· To utilise the equipment provided correctly to ensure passengers travel safely and comfortably.
· Taking responsibility for the daily upkeep of their vehicle and equipment (and other vehicles when required), including basic maintenance and cleanliness. Defect reporting is required.
· The completion of necessary paperwork and administration, including fares collection from passengers and delivery of fares and drivers’ sheets to the office.
· To undertake any induction and in-service training programme as required.
· To assist in training for other staff and volunteer drivers/escorts when required.
· Contact by mobile phone is required.
OTHER DUTIES
To undertake other duties as required, including overtime cover.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
· Candidates must be over 21 years of age and hold a full driving licence with up to a maximum of 3 points for at least two years with a minimum D1 entitlement.
· Good communication skills are essential.
· Candidates will be required to be a member of Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme paid for by the Company where required.
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TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES AND DRIVING SCHEME
· The candidate will be expected to complete a driving assessment and if successful, complete:
· - MIDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme) training;
· - First aid;
· - Manual handling;
· - Disability awareness.
· There are also opportunities to contribute and get involved with our advisory groups
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
As laid out in HcL Employee Handbook.
NATURE OF CONTRACT AND NOTICE
There is a 6 month’s probationary period. Statutory notice periods apply. A degree of flexible working will be required.
BENEFITS
- Uniform provided;
- Out-of-pocket expenses;
- Free on-site parking;
- 30 days paid holiday plus 6 statutory per year pro rata;
- Access to Peoples Pension/Lothian Pension with employer contributions up to 17.8%
TRADE UNION MEMBERSHIP
Unite the Union is recognised as the relevant union for voluntary membership.
APPLICATION
Application should be made on the form provided; you are welcome to attach a current CV if available.
HcL strives to be an equal opportunities employer and will prevent discrimination, particularly on the grounds of sex, marital status, disability, race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, age or ethnic origin.
HcL has a policy ofno smoking in the workplace
Send applications to:
Gary Toner
Operations Manager
HcL
17a Inchmuir Road
Whitehill Industrial Estate
BATHGATE EH48 2EP
Tel: 01506 633953
Email: [email protected] www.HcLTransport.org.uk
Pay: £14.00-£15.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- What Position are you applying for: position a or position b
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- Category D1 Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
