Total 54 Transportation / Logistics job vacancies in Dartford, DA2 7AF

Role: Van Driver

Location: Dartford

Hours: 9am to 6pm/6:30pm - Monday to Friday

Pay: £12.50 per hour

Extrastaff are currently recruiting for a Van Driver, working for one of the world leading parcel delivery networks.

Benefits of a Van Driver:
- Ongoing until Christmas
- Monday to Friday
- Full time position
- Immediate start
- Working for well established international company

Van Driver Duties:
- Business to business collections
- Manual handling included – loading & unloading
- Use of PDA - personal digital assistant (training provided)
- Sprinter van

Requirements for Van Driver:
- Full UK driving licence - max 6 points on licence (cannot accept any DD, DR, or DG offences)
- Good customer service skills
- Reliability
- Good communication skills
- Previous delivery driving experience preferred
- Must be at least 21 years old for insurance purposes

Please apply ASAP for immediate start or call us on 01322 228888

Are you a Class 2 ADR driver seeking a new opportunity? Join our client's team at Dartford and enjoy:

Competitive Pay: Earn £17.95 per hour, guaranteed 42.5 hours per week, overtime rates of £26.92 Weekends paid at £26.92 Rates are PAYE, 28 days holiday per year which increase with length of service.

London weighting bonus of £7.75 per shift

Yearly Bonuses: Performance-based bonuses available.

Flexible Shifts: Monday to Friday with some Saturdays in busy times. The hours of work will be around the hours of 6.30am - 4.30pm. Some overtime is required.

Perks: Free on-site parking, provided PPE, comprehensive training.

Career Development: Access to Manpower 'MyPath' for online courses.

Responsibilities:

• Delivering exceptional customer service.
• Ensuring safe and professional operations in line with client standards.
• Multi drop deliveries of Gas cylinders
• Manual handling of Gas cylinders

Requirements:

• Valid Cat C driving licence, Digi card, DCPC card
• ADR licence in class 2 in packages
• Familiarity with drivers' hours legislation and tachographs.
• Successful candidates require a DBS check.

Details:

• New / inexperienced drivers who hold the relevant licences will be considered
• The role is due to start immediately and will be ongoing
• For insurance purposes, you must have relevant HGV experience, should have no more than 6 points on your licence, and no DD or DR convictions in the last year.
• If you are interested please telephone Manpower on 01472 361616 between 0800 and 1700 Monday - Friday or click apply!

Retail Minibus Driver *Company Minibus Provided*

Salary: £12.94 per hour inclusive of holiday pay (£11.55 per hour + £1.39 holiday pay)

Location: Dartford

(8-10 hour stock count shifts + your driving time paid + driver enhancements)

*Access to wages from 3 days after shift complettion*Company Minibus Provided*Immediate Start*Holiday Pay*

The Company

• We are a leading provider of Retail stocktaking, merchandising and supply chain management services.
• With over 3500 employees throughout the UK, we provide a hardworking and rewarding workplace with many progression opportunities.

The Role

• We are looking for Retail Team Driver to add to our already successful team.
• This role will require you to oversee the transportation of a small team of stock counters to and from each shift within your region
• Work will be carried out on different Retail customer sites / stores and travel will vary on a shift-by-shift basis.
• You must follow the correct processes when notifying your count team of the pick-up points and timings for each shift
• Escalating any issues with the vehicle in a timely and efficient manner
• Completing a team attendance sheet, detailing the stock counters expected on the bus, who attended and the arrival time of the bus on site.
• Whilst on site you will be responsible for ensuring stock is counted quickly and accurately using a handheld scanner.
• Being able to stand for prolonged periods of time is needed for the role and access equipment may have to be used on occasion to reach high stock

Key Skills/ Experience Required

• This role will involve working unsociable hours, working early mornings or night shifts, this therefore means we are unable to hire anyone under the age of 21 years.
• This role requires you to have a Full Driving License.
• You must have a 'can do' attitude and be able to work long shifts where required on large counts.
• With our innovative business, the technology changes and therefore being a quick learner is a key skill required.
• Any experience of handling stock is an advantage but not a necessity.

The Package/ Benefits

• Colleagues will be offered a benefit called Wagestream, which enables colleagues to track, save and access up to 50% of their wages prior to pay day. Wagestream also offers financial advice, all contributing to the financial wellbeing of RAS colleagues
• Eligibility for quarterly Bonus (criteria applies)
• Vehicle provided (8-Seater Minibus)
• Driving time paid
• Expenses paid
• Progression Opportunities
• Generous Holiday Pay
• Pension Contribution

Retail & Asset Solutions are hiring NOW with immediate starts available.

If you think you are suitable for this position and you want to find out more, please apply today!

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Retail Minibus Driver - NIGHT SHIFT

Salary: £28,828 per annum plus bonus

Location: Dartford

Work Pattern: 48 hours per week (Any 5 out of 7)

Retail & Asset Solutions are currently looking for Retail Minibus Driver's in your area. A company minibus is provided, and you must hold a full Driving Licence.

The Company

• We are a leading provider of Retail stocktaking, merchandising and supply chain management services.
• With over 3500 employees throughout the UK, we provide a hardworking and rewarding workplace with many progression opportunities.

The Role

• We are looking for Retail Minibus Drivers to add to our already successful team.
• This role will require you to oversee the transportation of a small team of stock counters to and from each shift within your region
• Work will be carried out on different Retail customer sites / stores and travel will vary on a shift-by-shift basis.
• You must follow the correct processes when notifying your count team of the pick-up points and timings for each shift
• Escalating any issues with the vehicle in a timely and efficient manner
• Completing a team attendance sheet, detailing the stock counters expected on the bus, who attended and the arrival time of the bus on site.
• Whilst on site you will be responsible for ensuring stock is counted quickly and accurately using a handheld scanner.
• Being able to stand for prolonged periods of time is needed for the role and access equipment may have to be used on occasion to reach high stock

Key Skills/ Experience Required

• This role will involve working unsociable hours, working early mornings or night shifts, this therefore means we are unable to hire anyone under the age of 21 years.
• This role requires you to have a Full Driving License.
• You must have a 'can do' attitude and be able to work long shifts where required on large counts.
• With our innovative business, the technology changes and therefore being a quick learner is a key skill required.
• Any experience of handling stock is an advantage but not a necessity.

Driver Benefits include:

• Vehicle provided.
• Driving time paid.
• Expenses paid.
• Progression opportunities.
• Paid holiday.

If you think you are suitable for this position and you want to find out more, please apply today!

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Retail Minibus Driver - NIGHT SHIFT

Salary: £28,828 per annum plus bonus

Location: Dartford

Work Pattern: 48 hours per week (Any 5 out of 7)

Retail & Asset Solutions are currently looking for Retail Minibus Driver's in your area. A company minibus is provided, and you must hold a full Driving Licence.

The Company

• We are a leading provider of Retail stocktaking, merchandising and supply chain management services.
• With over 3500 employees throughout the UK, we provide a hardworking and rewarding workplace with many progression opportunities.

The Role

• We are looking for Retail Minibus Drivers to add to our already successful team.
• This role will require you to oversee the transportation of a small team of stock counters to and from each shift within your region
• Work will be carried out on different Retail customer sites / stores and travel will vary on a shift-by-shift basis.
• You must follow the correct processes when notifying your count team of the pick-up points and timings for each shift
• Escalating any issues with the vehicle in a timely and efficient manner
• Completing a team attendance sheet, detailing the stock counters expected on the bus, who attended and the arrival time of the bus on site.
• Whilst on site you will be responsible for ensuring stock is counted quickly and accurately using a handheld scanner.
• Being able to stand for prolonged periods of time is needed for the role and access equipment may have to be used on occasion to reach high stock

Key Skills/ Experience Required

• This role will involve working unsociable hours, working early mornings or night shifts, this therefore means we are unable to hire anyone under the age of 21 years.
• This role requires you to have a Full Driving License.
• You must have a 'can do' attitude and be able to work long shifts where required on large counts.
• With our innovative business, the technology changes and therefore being a quick learner is a key skill required.
• Any experience of handling stock is an advantage but not a necessity.

Driver Benefits include:

• Vehicle provided.
• Driving time paid.
• Expenses paid.
• Progression opportunities.
• Paid holiday.

If you think you are suitable for this position and you want to find out more, please apply today!

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Retail Minibus Driver *Company Minibus Provided*

Salary: £12.94 per hour inclusive of holiday pay (£11.55 per hour + £1.39 holiday pay)

Location: Dartford

(8-10 hour stock count shifts + your driving time paid + driver enhancements)

*Access to wages from 3 days after shift complettion*Company Minibus Provided*Immediate Start*Holiday Pay*

The Company

• We are a leading provider of Retail stocktaking, merchandising and supply chain management services.
• With over 3500 employees throughout the UK, we provide a hardworking and rewarding workplace with many progression opportunities.

The Role

• We are looking for Retail Team Driver to add to our already successful team.
• This role will require you to oversee the transportation of a small team of stock counters to and from each shift within your region
• Work will be carried out on different Retail customer sites / stores and travel will vary on a shift-by-shift basis.
• You must follow the correct processes when notifying your count team of the pick-up points and timings for each shift
• Escalating any issues with the vehicle in a timely and efficient manner
• Completing a team attendance sheet, detailing the stock counters expected on the bus, who attended and the arrival time of the bus on site.
• Whilst on site you will be responsible for ensuring stock is counted quickly and accurately using a handheld scanner.
• Being able to stand for prolonged periods of time is needed for the role and access equipment may have to be used on occasion to reach high stock

Key Skills/ Experience Required

• This role will involve working unsociable hours, working early mornings or night shifts, this therefore means we are unable to hire anyone under the age of 21 years.
• This role requires you to have a Full Driving License.
• You must have a 'can do' attitude and be able to work long shifts where required on large counts.
• With our innovative business, the technology changes and therefore being a quick learner is a key skill required.
• Any experience of handling stock is an advantage but not a necessity.

The Package/ Benefits

• Colleagues will be offered a benefit called Wagestream, which enables colleagues to track, save and access up to 50% of their wages prior to pay day. Wagestream also offers financial advice, all contributing to the financial wellbeing of RAS colleagues
• Eligibility for quarterly Bonus (criteria applies)
• Vehicle provided (8-Seater Minibus)
• Driving time paid
• Expenses paid
• Progression Opportunities
• Generous Holiday Pay
• Pension Contribution

Retail & Asset Solutions are hiring NOW with immediate starts available.

If you think you are suitable for this position and you want to find out more, please apply today!

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Class 2 Driver Opportunities - Kent

£20.21 p/h

5 on 3 off rota

*No experience required*

Due to a large expansion our client is recruiting Class 2 drivers for their new impressive Depot in Dartford.

This job is physically demanding, involves delivering furniture although all vehicles are double manned.

A Home Delivery Driver is responsible for ensuring the delivery of goods to our customer's homes. Deliveries are to be made within the agreed time window and delivered free from damage.

Drivers are accountable to the highest standard of customer service and are expected to actively encourage positive customer feedback. Drivers are also accountable to the highest driving standards as representatives of the Clients brand values.

Accountability;

• Responsible for delivering differing sizes and weights of packages to homes in perfect condition.
• Delivering to the customers rooms of choice.
• Ensure the customer receives their delivery within the allotted time window.
• Ensures delivery to correct address.
• Give excellent customer service.
• Polite and courteous at all times to customers and road users.
• Actively encourage customers to give positive feedback via Happy Customer score.
• Ensure you complete legal daily vehicle checks prior to driving ensuring vehicle does not have any PG9 defects.
• Drive safely, responsibly and within the law.
• Ensures your allocated vehicle is clean.
• Ensure tachograph laws and regulations are followed at all times.
• Maintains communication with customers, giving updates on time windows and potential delays.
• Practices correct manual handling of all packages.
• Maintain excellent health & safety practices.

Apply today for more information and a call back.

Challenge-trg Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Class 2 Driver Opportunities

£20.21 p/h

5 on 3 off rota

*No experience required*

Due to a large expansion our client is recruiting Class 2 drivers for their new impressive Depot in Dartford.

This job is physically demanding, involves delivering furniture although all vehicles are double manned.

A Home Delivery Driver is responsible for ensuring the delivery of goods to our customer's homes. Deliveries are to be made within the agreed time window and delivered free from damage.

Drivers are accountable to the highest standard of customer service and are expected to actively encourage positive customer feedback. Drivers are also accountable to the highest driving standards as representatives of the Clients brand values.

Accountability;

• Responsible for delivering differing sizes and weights of packages to homes in perfect condition.
• Delivering to the customers rooms of choice.
• Ensure the customer receives their delivery within the allotted time window.
• Ensures delivery to correct address.
• Give excellent customer service.
• Polite and courteous at all times to customers and road users.
• Actively encourage customers to give positive feedback via Happy Customer score.
• Ensure you complete legal daily vehicle checks prior to driving ensuring vehicle does not have any PG9 defects.
• Drive safely, responsibly and within the law.
• Ensures your allocated vehicle is clean.
• Ensure tachograph laws and regulations are followed at all times.
• Maintains communication with customers, giving updates on time windows and potential delays.
• Practices correct manual handling of all packages.
• Maintain excellent health & safety practices.

Apply today for more information and a call back.

Challenge-trg Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Opportunity: Van Driver - Van and Fuel included, no deductions

Paid by the hour not the drop

Are you a reliable and hardworking van driver looking for a new opportunity? Join a fast-paced team in a well-established delivery service, supporting a 7-day operation. We are seeking dedicated individuals to deliver parcels efficiently and provide exceptional customer service.

Role Details:

• Position: Van Driver
• Pay: £12.82 per hour
• Shift: Day shifts
• Location: Dartford

What You'll Do:

• Safely and efficiently deliver parcels to customers
• Ensure timely delivery with excellent customer service
• Handle a handheld device for route planning and parcel scanning
• Load and unload packages from the vehicle

What We're Looking For:

• Full UK driving licence (with no more than 6 points)
• Previous experience in delivery driving is preferred, but not essential
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Full training provided
• Opportunities for overtime
• Work with a leading delivery network

If you're passionate about driving and providing excellent customer service, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today!

Role: HGV Class 2 Drivers

Location: Dartford

Hours: 6am start - 8 to 10 hour shift

Pay: £16 to £17 per hour basic - overtime after 8 hours at time + 1/2

Working for one of the UK's leading suppliers of products for digital, office & litho print, as well as envelopes, packaging & display items.

Benefits as a HGV Class 2 Driver:
- Minimum guarantee of 8 hours
- Weekly pay
- Monday to Friday (NO WEEKENDS)

Duties of a HGV Class 2 Driver:
- Multi-drop palletised paper deliveries (up to 15 drops per day)
- Use of hand held scanning device (PDA)
- Use of pump truck & tail lift

Requirements for HGV Class 2 Driver:
- UK HGV Class 2 driving licence (C category) - max 6 points on licence (cannot accept DR, DG, DD, or TT offences)
- Digital tachograph card
- CPC card (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence)

Please apply ASAP for immediate start or call 01322 228888

Looking to recruit a Repairs Scheduler to join a leading Property Maintenance company based in Dartford on a permanent basis

Responsibilities:

• Liaising with clients, sub-contractors, suppliers and supervisors to schedule appointments for operatives
• Ensuring that future jobs are appointed in a way that will ensure our contractual Service Level Agreements are met and no false promises are given.
• Using an in house system, you'll actively schedule available operatives and subcontractors to jobs and discuss complex repairs

Offering a competitive rate + great benefits

Requirements:

• You'll have previous experience within the repairs and maintenance sector, or a trade-based background, with good problem-solving skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with strong administration, organisational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Have excellent customer service skills

If you feel this is the role for you attach your cv and apply today!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Retail Minibus Driver - NIGHT SHIFT

Salary: £28,828 per annum plus bonus

Location: Dartford

Work Pattern: 48 hours per week (Any 5 out of 7)

Retail & Asset Solutions are currently looking for Retail Minibus Driver's in your area. A company minibus is provided, and you must hold a full Driving Licence.

The Company

• We are a leading provider of Retail stocktaking, merchandising and supply chain management services.
• With over 3500 employees throughout the UK, we provide a hardworking and rewarding workplace with many progression opportunities.

The Role

• We are looking for Retail Minibus Drivers to add to our already successful team.
• This role will require you to oversee the transportation of a small team of stock counters to and from each shift within your region
• Work will be carried out on different Retail customer sites / stores and travel will vary on a shift-by-shift basis.
• You must follow the correct processes when notifying your count team of the pick-up points and timings for each shift
• Escalating any issues with the vehicle in a timely and efficient manner
• Completing a team attendance sheet, detailing the stock counters expected on the bus, who attended and the arrival time of the bus on site.
• Whilst on site you will be responsible for ensuring stock is counted quickly and accurately using a handheld scanner.
• Being able to stand for prolonged periods of time is needed for the role and access equipment may have to be used on occasion to reach high stock

Key Skills/ Experience Required

• This role will involve working unsociable hours, working early mornings or night shifts, this therefore means we are unable to hire anyone under the age of 21 years.
• This role requires you to have a Full Driving License.
• You must have a 'can do' attitude and be able to work long shifts where required on large counts.
• With our innovative business, the technology changes and therefore being a quick learner is a key skill required.
• Any experience of handling stock is an advantage but not a necessity.

Driver Benefits include:

• Vehicle provided.
• Driving time paid.
• Expenses paid.
• Progression opportunities.
• Paid holiday.

If you think you are suitable for this position and you want to find out more, please apply today!

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Retail Minibus Driver *Company Minibus Provided*

Salary: £12.94 per hour inclusive of holiday pay (£11.55 per hour + £1.39 holiday pay)

Location: Dartford

(8-10 hour stock count shifts + your driving time paid + driver enhancements)

*Access to wages from 3 days after shift complettion*Company Minibus Provided*Immediate Start*Holiday Pay*

The Company

• We are a leading provider of Retail stocktaking, merchandising and supply chain management services.
• With over 3500 employees throughout the UK, we provide a hardworking and rewarding workplace with many progression opportunities.

The Role

• We are looking for Retail Team Driver to add to our already successful team.
• This role will require you to oversee the transportation of a small team of stock counters to and from each shift within your region
• Work will be carried out on different Retail customer sites / stores and travel will vary on a shift-by-shift basis.
• You must follow the correct processes when notifying your count team of the pick-up points and timings for each shift
• Escalating any issues with the vehicle in a timely and efficient manner
• Completing a team attendance sheet, detailing the stock counters expected on the bus, who attended and the arrival time of the bus on site.
• Whilst on site you will be responsible for ensuring stock is counted quickly and accurately using a handheld scanner.
• Being able to stand for prolonged periods of time is needed for the role and access equipment may have to be used on occasion to reach high stock

Key Skills/ Experience Required

• This role will involve working unsociable hours, working early mornings or night shifts, this therefore means we are unable to hire anyone under the age of 21 years.
• This role requires you to have a Full Driving License.
• You must have a 'can do' attitude and be able to work long shifts where required on large counts.
• With our innovative business, the technology changes and therefore being a quick learner is a key skill required.
• Any experience of handling stock is an advantage but not a necessity.

The Package/ Benefits

• Colleagues will be offered a benefit called Wagestream, which enables colleagues to track, save and access up to 50% of their wages prior to pay day. Wagestream also offers financial advice, all contributing to the financial wellbeing of RAS colleagues
• Eligibility for quarterly Bonus (criteria applies)
• Vehicle provided (8-Seater Minibus)
• Driving time paid
• Expenses paid
• Progression Opportunities
• Generous Holiday Pay
• Pension Contribution

Retail & Asset Solutions are hiring NOW with immediate starts available.

If you think you are suitable for this position and you want to find out more, please apply today!

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Vehicle Technician Vacancy - Dartford
Salary: Up to £40,000 basic OTE £60,000
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5.30pm, Saturday mornings on a rota
Ref: OC18373

We have a new vacancy for a Vehicle Technician for my client's dealership in the Dartford area. Excellent opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to join a high performing team. This role suits a Vehicle Technician looking for a long-term role.

Fantastic benefits package that includes:

• Competitive starting salary.
• Company pension scheme.
• Progression Opportunities.

Role:

• Vehicle servicing & general maintenance.
• Vehicle Diagnostics.
• Brakes, suspension, clutches.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a busy workshop.
• You must be a level 3 Vehicle Technician or equivalent to (City and Guilds).
• Full UK Driving License

Consultant - Jack Adams

Octane Recruitment

VTSTH

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are lookingfor a flexible, trustworthy and dependable Minibus Driver to support our children by driving them to and from visits and trips. Predominately, you will support with visits to Curly’s Farm so the successful candidate would need to have a like for animals and a willingness to join in farming activities alongside the children.

The current annual salary for this role is £23,337 FTE within the Kent Range 3, pro-rata to £17,332 based on 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.

As a Minibus Driver you will play a crucial role in ensuring our pupils’ safety whilst they travel to and from school related activities. Alongside driving a minibus, the successful candidate will undertake other duties such as vehicle checks and refuelling, loading and unloading children onto the minibus and providing support to children throughout the day.

The successful candidates will be expected to drive the minibus in a responsible and competent manner, ensuring the safety of the passengers, other road users, members of the public and yourself at all times. They will have at least two year’s driving experience and a clean driving licence, with D1 on the licence. They will be required to attend a Kent Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme training course, funded by the Trust if they do not already have this training.

The Golden Thread Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and therefore is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. In line with KCSIE guidance, paragraph 220, all candidates who are shortlisted will be subject to an online search. This search is not part of the shortlisting process itself and all shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to address any issues of concern resulting from the search.

Two references are also required prior to commencement of employment.

Early applications are encouraged, and The Golden Thread Alliance reserves the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

What the school offers its staff

Our staff benefits package includes:

• Commitment to your ongoing Continued Professional Development
• Two family days
• Half-day Christmas Shopping Leave
• Access to Local Government Pension scheme/Teachers’ Pensions
• Eyecare vouchers through Specsavers
• Annual Flu Jab offer for all staff
• Employee Assistance Programme to support your wellbeing

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.