Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

To provide assistance with all aspects of the Fleet Driving, as designated by the Transport Manager, in conjunction with the Director of General Services' direction. All tasks should be carried out in a professional and safe manner and should meet the required standard of work as required.

To drive the College vehicles in a responsible and competent manner, ensuring the safety of passengers, other road users, members of the public and yourself at all times. Collect and return vehicle keys from the Security office. Carry out vehicle checks before and after use and complete Vehicle Log. Report any vehicle defects, faults, incidents and accidents to the Transport Manager. Ensure all rubbish is removed from the Vehicle after use. Refuel vehicles after use as required from the fuel store at the Estates Department. Ensure the Vehicle is parked safely in the correct location after use. Work within the constraints and guidelines as set out in the College Driving Policy Participate in any arranged College training and appraisal to improve your standards of performance.

You are required to work with and assist all other members of the General Services - Transport Team, as necessary, with the duties and tasks undertaken for operational Needs.


The College may, due to operational requirements, expect you to undertake reasonable tasks and duties in line with your employment at any location on the College campus if requested.

Special conditions:

To conduct this role in line with driving legislation the following must be met; to hold a current and valid driving license that was passed prior to 1997 and either has a Full D1 or D1 (101) and +E (Trailer) and a current MiDAS Assessment.

Hours of wor

k:

By arrangement, the operation of the Fleet is an important part of the College operation. The support of the Fleet Driver is vital and as such there is a requirement to be flexible with working hours.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Bank Driver (Casual)

Person Specification

Attributes

Essential

Desirable

Qualifications

Full Driving Licence taken before 1st January 1997. If after will need to have passed D1 and D1E



A good standard of education



Professional Licences


Full DSA, "D1" & E (D1+E)



Minibus Drivers Awareness Scheme


(Midas Test)



First Aid at work certificate

Experience and Skills

Driving Minibuses


Towing Trailers


Ability to work alone


Reliable and punctual


Flexibility


Customer Focused



Experience in a similar role.



Attention to detail and working to a high standard.



Ability to understand and act on instructions.



Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding issues

Personal Qualities

Positive attitude


Self-motivated


Friendly and approachable


Observant


Shows initiative and efficiency


Able to meet the demands of the position



Marlborough College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).


The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the College is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children."