The HATS Group is the UK's foremost private healthcare provider, excelling in patient-centric transport services with an 'Outstanding' rating for Responsiveness from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
The CQC is responsible for the registration, inspection and monitoring of health and social care providers.
HATS Group are a provider of Private Ambulances, and this is an activity regulated by the CQC.
HATS Group are also regulated by Local Authorities for services delivered under SEND.
HATS Group is recognized for professionalism, excellence, and a fleet of over 800 vehicles, supporting various public and private healthcare institutions, delivering over 2,000,000 passenger movements annually.
We have an opportunity for a PSV Company Bus Driver to join our team.
The working hours are 07:00 – 10:00 and 14:00 – 17:00 on a 25 hour contract.
On-site parking is available.
Job purpose: A PSV Company bus driver is responsible for driving a passenger-carrying vehicle (PCV) and providing good customer service and a protected and comfortable journey throughout the network of HATS buses.
Position in the organisation chart: Team leader > Controller > PSV Company Bus Driver
About The Role
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure safety and wellbeing of clients throughout the journey and handover.
Ensure high-visibility PPE is worn in vehicle movement areas.
Observe speed limits within bus depots and school premises.
Check the condition of the vehicle prior to commencing service by carrying out the safety walk round check.
Report any defects in the vehicle or equipment as soon as possible to the right person and complete the Vehicle Defect Card or enter the defect on the electronic ticket machine (location dependent).
Ensure the vehicle is clean and tidy before starting service.
Comply with laws and company regulations regarding mobile phones, smoking in company vehicles and the use of prohibited equipment (such as games consoles) whilst on duty.
Be responsible for health, safety, security, welfare, environmental and fire safety arrangements for yourself, customers and colleagues, including attendance at safety briefings and training as required.
Report all safety accidents/incidents using the company's reporting procedure and understand emergency and evacuation plans.
Keep the bus cab area safe and tidy and provide a high standard of customer service.
Provide information to customers to assist their journey (e.g., road closures and diversions) and behave in a friendly and professional manner.
Recognise and assist with the additional needs of children and vulnerable adults, the elderly, infirm or disabled.
Drive the Company's vehicles in a safe, legal and professional way and adhere to the timetable when it is safe to do so.
Keep up to date with road closures, diversions or special events by reading notices, attending briefings, and listening to Supervisors.
Maintain a valid driving licence and CPC licence at all times and be available for inspection by company staff.
Adhere to the company dress code and avoid driving when overtired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Follow relevant notification procedures for absence and report incidents on the road likely to affect the service (e.g., road closures, accidents).
Participate in a yearly appraisal and provide feedback on service improvements to the line manager.
Working hours and environment: Core hours are generally 07:00–09:00 and 14:30–16:30, with flexibility for additional work as the service needs dictate.
The role operates predominantly outdoors on vehicles transporting clients between locations, in varying weather and road conditions.
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