Bus Driver (Relief) Co Mayo Ref 2024-100A

At Western Care we aim to provide the most appropriate care, in the most appropriate setting for the people we support. And right now, we are looking to grow and support our team across County Mayo.Why not be part of a progressive team, that’s delivering for its community.Western Care - Supporting People To Live Their Lives. Bus Driver (Relief) Co. Mayo ·      Relief Position – Reference Number 2024-100A·      Closing Date – September 03rd, 2024 Job BriefThe role of the driver is to transport adults with a disability to/from the Western Care Association services, and to other locations within the community as required. Drivers may also support clients by driving them to their respite locations. These roles will provide relief cover on all routes covering Co. Mayo. Successful applicants will be responsible for the following duties:Ensure all passengers and/or equipment is properly secured including using the appropriate restraints for wheelchairsTo operate hoists in a safe manner and in line with trainingAssist with loading/unloading of passengersTo check vehicle is in roadworthy condition before use, to include checking of oil, water, windscreen wash, etc.To ensure vehicle are kept clean and tidy both interior and exteriorTo record the daily run details in log book provided in each vehicleTo ensure the vehicle has appropriate levels of fuel before each journey, and to refuel where required in line with policyCarry out administrative functions to record activities of the department in line with policy and procedures Candidate Requirements & QualificationsClean full drivers licence (Class D or DI essential)Proven experience of carrying passengers as part of their previous work historyUp to date CPC training is essential Other RequirementsFull driver’s license is essentialAll applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting & Reference checksAll applicants from Countries outside the E.U. will be required to provide relevant work authorization to take up employment in Republic of Ireland. This must be submitted along with ApplicationAll applicants will be required to access Overseas Police Clearance if they have lived outside of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland more than 6 months since the age of 18 years Salary ScaleBus Driver Pay Scale (Scale Range €28,136 to €34,832 per annum)                           -this is based on full time working hours i.e. 39 per week Employment Benefitso  Competitive salaryo  Pension and Life Insurance Scheme o  Annual leave in excess of statutory entitlemento  Premiums including anti-social payments on residential rosterso  Dedicated learning and developmento  Flexible working opportunities o  Staff initiatives e.g. Employee Assistance Programme, Bike-to-Work Schemeo  Sick pay scheme Application Detail·      Please apply by current C.V.·      Further enquiries by contacting: Billy Evans, Transport Manager Tel: 087-3610748 Further information available by emailing hr@westerncare.com