Job Description

About us

River Tyne Academy is commissioned by the Local Authority to deliver education to pupils across the borough of Gateshead, including those with SEND and those Looked After who have been permanently excluded from school or who are deemed at risk of exclusion.

We have 103 Gateshead commissioned places for pupils who have experienced a permanent exclusion. There are also a number of neighbouring authorities and local schools who commission a number of places from us.

River Tyne Academy is currently based across two sites, with the potential for further expansion, so this is a fantastic time to join our school

Our practice is trauma informed and works on a relational approach, which is tailored to meet pupil needs. This has proved to be successful in building trusting relationships with our pupils and families and supporting them to 'change their life'.

Our Academy strives to deliver high quality education to permanently excluded and at risk of permanent exclusion pupils.

The Trust and school ethos is 'we change lives' and we do this through our 3C curriculum.

Character: Who you are and who you want to be

Community: Links to others and the wider world

Currency: Learning for the future.

River Tyne Academy has a vision to change lives and increase opportunity and were recently graded outstanding by Ofsted for our personal development. We believe every child can achieve and put quality first teaching at the heart of all that we do.

River Tyne staff satisfaction is exceptional where 100% of staff are proud to be a member of this school. We have an ongoing commitment to staff development and well-being, and staff have access to a wide range of benefits.

Our learners, in their own ways, tell us they are very happy here and we work closely with parents and carers to ensure a successful experience for all.?

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To be responsible for the health and safety, comfort and welfare of pupils and staff whilst being transported in the vehicle.

To be responsible for carrying out daily and weekly vehicle checks, and to carry out basic maintenance (topping up of fluid levels, tyre pressures etc.) reporting any problems to the Premises Manager.

Reporting any vehicle defects, faults, incidents and accidents.

To be responsible for ensuring that the required number of seats are in place and secure, and that the necessary wheelchair restraints are available for the planned journey.

Ensuring the vehicles are clean and roadworthy before and after use.

To be responsible for the welfare, safety and comfort of passengers at all times and to offer assistance where appropriate.

Refuelling vehicles when required.

Working within the health and safety guidelines and other guidelines that may be issued from time to time.

To be responsible for the correct us of safety and security equipment in accordance with the instructions given, and the wearing of safety clothing.

Working within the constraints and guidelines as set out in the Minibus Drivers' Operating Instructions.

To undergo MIDAS training, Safeguarding and Manual Handling and other training courses as directed.

To ensure all mileage logs and other paperwork relating to the minibus is kept up-to-date and accurate.

To be responsible for returning the vehicle keys to the school office or to leave them as advised if outside office hours.

To provide a copy of your driving licence every 6 months on request and to immediately advise the School Business Manager or any changes or endorsements to your licence.

To ensure all passengers and you wear a seat belt at all times.

To undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

To undertake any other duty that may from time to time be reasonably required to ensure the smooth running of the Academy.

To respect the confidentiality of all matters relating to the school, pupils and staff.

Accountabilities

Attend and participate in staff training as directed by the Academy.

Must hold a current clean and valid driving licence which includes D1.

To maintain confidentiality at all times.

To adhere to RTMAT policies as outlined in the staff handbook.

To undertake annual appraisal and development.

General Duties

To undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this job

To undertake health and safety duties commensurate with the post and/or as detailed in the school health and safety policy.

To work in accordance with the RTMAT equality policy.

To be a designated key holder if required.

Other Duties

The above duties and responsibilities cannot totally encompass or define all tasks, which may be required of the incumbent. The outlined duties and responsibilities may, therefore, vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility; these factors are reflected in the post grade. All employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to the principles of equal rights both in relation to employment issues and service delivery and to adhere to the policies of the Council in performance of their duties.

All employees are expected to respect all confidentialities and principles and practice of the Data Protection Act.

All post holders are required to comply with Health and Safety policies and legislation.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 15,828.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Sick pay
Experience:

working with children: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

UK Driving Licence with D1 (required) DBS clearance to work with children (preferred)
Work Location: In person