Passenger Assistant

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Islington Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate of 15.64.

We are looking for a Passenger Assistant this role will be: N7 8TP

The right candidate will:

• To assist children and young people who may have specific and complex needs, during their journey to and from home to an educational establishment, or from one educational establishment to another school or establishment. To be responsible for the welfare and safety of the clients during the journey, through to the handover to authorised school staff or parents and carers.
• To be aware of the needs of each child / young person under your control (e.g. mobility problems, visual or hearing impairment, or learning / behavioural difficulties) and to ensure that these needs are taken into account.
• To ensure that each child / young person is received safely from and to another responsible member of their family (or authorised representative) at an appointed time and place each designated day.
• To ensure that the children / young people are handed over to the nominated person at the educational establishment.

We require the following:

• Substantial experience of supervising children in a paid or unpaid capacity
• Ability to relate to pupils with complex and individual needs, to ensure that these needs are fully taken into account at all times and the children and young people receive appropriate attention as necessary.
• Ability to supervise and control children / young people on an individual basis and in groups and to deal with them patiently and firmly where required.
• Ability to use all necessary safety equipment including, harnesses, wheelchair clamps and seatbelts.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon,