Driver

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Winchester is looking for a Minibus Driver to safely transport vulnerable adults in the community. The role requires a D1 driving license, with empathy and strong communication skills essential. This is a temporary position until June 2026, offering a flexible working environment and various benefits. Candidates should be able to commit to shifts operating from Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Interest-free travel loans

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Must hold a D1 category driving license.
• Ability to operate a minibus and associated equipment.
• Understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe transportation of vulnerable adults.
• Perform two shifts daily between specified hours.
• Promote independence in clients during transfers.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Reference: HCC622671

Salary Range: £24,796 - £25,128 pro‑rata, per annum (actual salary £13,402 - £13,581 per annum)

Work Location: Chesil Lodge, Winchester

Hours per week: 20

Contract Type: Temporary until 30 June 2026

Closing Date: 31 December 2025

Please note applications will be reviewed once submitted, therefore this advert may close early depending on volumes of applications received.

The Role:

You will have a D1 category on your driving licence and be able to operate a minibus and all equipment on board. You will have empathy with our transported clients. The position will consist of two shifts per day, operating approximately between 08.30am‑10.30am and 3.00pm‑5.00pm, from Monday to Friday. MIDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme) training and other relevant training will be provided as required.

What you’ll do:

Ensure the safe transportation of vulnerable adults in our community. Joining our countywide team, you will ensure the safe transfer of our vulnerable clients (adult's) between pick up and drop off locations to enable them to attend various activities using a person‑centred approach to focus on strengths and promote independence.

What we’re looking for:

• An understanding of the needs of the client group.
• Demonstrates core values of patience, empathy, and compassion. A team player with strong collaborative skills.
• Excellent communication skills for building positive relationships with a diverse range of people, including clients, their families, carers, professionals and colleagues.

Our benefits package includes:

Details of the holiday entitlement, pension scheme, flexi‑time scheme, family‑friendly policies, interest‑free travel loans and discounts. We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace, an environment that empowers you to be your best and where teamwork enables growth and development.

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer – committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.