Do you want to make a difference to students with a disability in Canberra? Are you energetic, personable, and able to cope in difficult situations? If so, Transport Canberra and City Services want to hear from you.
**About you**
You're a genuine people person, who can communicate easily with people from all walks of life. Patient and understanding, you work well in small teams under limited supervision and want to contribute to your local community.
You've got experience in working with or caring for people with a disability or the elderly, can stay calm under pressure and respond in an emergency as required. You might be approaching the end of your current career or have many years work experience under your belt and looking to add value in a role that will be both satisfying and provide you with the LIFE | WORK | BALANCE we all crave.
**About the role**
Special Needs Transport (SNT) is responsible for providing school transport for students with disability to and from ACT public schools each day. SNT Attendants provide support to the driver while the bus is in transit and assists with the loading and unloading of students and other passengers.
Working Monday - Friday (no public holidays) on scheduled services. Attendants work split shifts (morning and afternoon) to meet the school delivery and collection schedule.
For more information, please see the Special Needs Transport Applicant Toolkit.
**Eligibility/Other Requirements**:
- Hold a current First Aid Certificate or can obtain one.
- Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the _Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011_ is required.
**Note**:Position/s will be offered on a casual basis, the full-time salary noted above will be paid pro rata. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.
**How to Apply**:
- Attach the following documents to the online form:
- In 100-250 words explain 'Why do you want to be a Special Needs Attendant for Transport Canberra, including what you can bring to the role'.
- Resume/curriculum vitae.
- Hold a current First Aid Certificate or the ability to obtain, prior to commencing the role.
- Completed Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check consent form and certified copies of the required identification documents (as outlined in the Special Needs Transport Applicant Toolkit).
- Copy of Visa documents outlining working rights (if required).
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