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Driver/Escort

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Please see advert text
Advert Start Date:
06/02/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 22/02/2026 22:59
Salary:
£26,403 - £27,254 per annum for 37 hours; £14,271 - £14,731 for 20 hours
Hours per week:
37 and 20
Job Category:
Social Care - Adult Service
Vacancy ID:
291066
Employment Location:
Newcastle upon tyne
Post Number:
AS517(e)
Number of posts:
3
Closing date:
22 Feb
Further Information
We are looking to appoint committed and enthusiastic people to be Driver/Escorts within Care Services based at Palatine Buildings, Stamfordham Road, Newcastle

1 x 37 hours working Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm
2 x 20 hours working Monday to Friday 8.30am - 10.30am and 3.00pm - 5.00pm (split shifts)

We provide a transport service for adults with severe learning disabilities with additional complex support needs, Autism, Dementia and Elderly.

You will be responsible for the driving and escorting of a bus up to 16 seats.

We are looking for applicants with good communication skills, enjoy interacting with others, patience and your commitment to making a real difference to people’s lives.

You will be required to work as part of a large team supporting individuals from their own home onto transport using equipment’s e.g. tail lift, wheelchairs etc.

You need to be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to promoting the independence, choice and dignity of service users.

We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.  This post is working in regulated activity.  If you are successful we will undertake additional recruitment checks which will include a check to see if you have had any criminal convictions, a check of police information and we will check the barred list(s).  It is a criminal offence for a barred individual to apply for a job in regulated activity.  

What we offer:
  • Competitive hourly rates of pay
  • Up to 29 days annual leave per annum (pro rata for part time staff)
  • Full training and opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career
  • Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Cycle2work scheme
  • Access to a salary sacrifice car lease and home electronics scheme.
  • Weekend, bank holiday and unsociable hours pay enhancement
  • Full employee support package including access to a free confidential Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
  • Staff offers and discounts including discounts on travel passes and leisure. 
INTERESTED?
Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk, select 'Apply Now' and complete our online application form. Before completing the form please ensure you read the supporting documents.

Any communication sent to you regarding your application will be sent to the email address you have set up on your Northeast Jobs account, so you will need to ensure that you check your inbox.

If you would like to discuss this post or require further information on application forms please contact Sarah Kay, telephone number 0191 2781967 or Gary Hewitt telephone number 0191 2772060
 
Please note
This job is closed for applications.
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