Driver

Key responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring any vehicle used is fit for purpose and well maintained, if using own vehicle that suitable insurance cover is in place.
• Collection of staff, young people, or equipment and transportation to other locations.
• Collection of ITMP minivan for appointments such as services or MOTs.
• The safety of passengers and that all seatbelts are worn at all times.
• Completing vehicle logbooks and fuel returns.
• Driving in a safe and cautious manor.
• Ensure a safe and welcoming environment whilst transporting passenger/s.
• Reporting any incidents, accidents or near miss situations to ITMP or a manager.
• Health and safety checks of ITMP minivan prior to use in accordance with policy.
• To ensure that in all respects of direct operations, relevant policies and good practice are adhered to. These include safeguarding, health and safety, equality and diversity, amongst others. For full information see employee handbook.
• The post holder may be required to attend, from time to time, training, or meetings as required by their own training needs and the needs of the charity i.e familiarisation tests.
• To establish supportive and effective working relationships with other ITMP staff.

Driving Personal Cars: You may be able to use your own car and will need to provide evidence that it has up to date Tax, MOT and have business class insurance. Out of pocket expenses will be paid where funding permits. Ensure the vehicle is safe and legal to drive.

Driving Competence: you must uphold the reputation of the ITMP by ensuring safe and competent driving at all the times. E.g. no mobile phone use, drinking and driving, driving above the speed limits, no smoking etc. Ensure that you are fit to drive at all the times and inform ITMP about any health issue and change in personal circumstances that may affect your driving ability.

Passenger Engagement: Talk to / listen to your passenger/s if that’s what they want, making them feel comfortable in your company is an important aspect of the role.

What We’re Looking For:

• Someone who is friendly, approachable, and enthusiastic.
• Reliable and committed, and a safe driver.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to make a lasting impact for young people who find it hard to access our work due to hardship, ill health or rurality.
• Be part of a friendly, supportive and dynamic charity.
• Meet new people.
• Travel and attend events and trips.