Job Description

Organisation

Southampton City Council

Service Area

Transport & Planning

Job Location

Civic Centre

Contract Length

Permanent

Work Hours

Part time - 12.5 per week

Salary

25,583 - 26,139 per annum (7,429 - 7,591 pro rata)

Special Requirements

Enhanced DBS will be required

Closing Date

31/07/2025

Job Reference

15917
and Person Specification
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families in your community? Do you have patience, empathy, a keen sense of responsibility and experience of working with children & young people? If so, we invite you to apply for the role of Passenger Assistant to support travel to and from school. This position offers an opportunity to support children & young people on their daily journey, ensuring their safety, welfare needs, and right to access education are met.


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About the Role

As a Passenger Assistant you will play an integral part in their morning and afternoon routines. Your primary responsibility will be to accompany and support one or more children as they travel between home and school. Maintaining good levels of communication with the children or young people, the School Travel Service office, school staff, drivers and parents / carers about the health and safety and issues relating to journeys undertaken.


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About You

We are seeking individuals who are:


Compassionate, patient, and genuinely enjoy working with children and have a understanding of special needs. Dependable and punctual, understanding the importance of routine for the children & young people and ensure smooth running of the route. Clear communicators, able to interact confidently with children, young people, parents/ carers, school staff & school travel team. Observant and attentive to the individual needs of each child. Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances or schedules. Committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children at all times. Previous experience working with children, families, or in a care/support role (formal or informal experience considered). Basic understanding of children's needs and issues related to safety and well-being. Good level of physical fitness, as the role will involve mobilising self in/ out of transport & assisting others. Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Two professional or character references. First aid training is desirable but not essential (training can be provided).
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About the Children You Will Support

Our service serves children of all ages and backgrounds, including those with special educational needs or disabilities. Some children/ young people may require extra assistance with mobility, social interaction, or managing anxieties related to travelling. As a Passenger Assistant, you will be matched where possible with children/ young people whose needs align with your skills and experience, ensuring a supportive and positive partnership between you, the child, and their family.



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hat we can offer you

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Salary:

The salary band for this role is 25,583 - 26,139 per annum (7,429 - 7,591 pro rata). The

starting salary is 25,583 (7,429 pro rata)

with annual progression through the salary bands.



Here at SCC we have a range of different perks and benefits, a few examples can be found below.


Excellent local government pension with 16.8% employer contribution, death in service benefit of 3 x's salary and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC. Generous holiday 25-31 days, based on role and service Flexible working options (role-dependent) Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents Training and development, including coaching and mentoring Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks. Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer

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or further information on our benefits package please visit

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Employee benefits (southampton.gov.uk)

Contact details for informal discussion:

For more information please read the job description in full, if further questions please email sarah.potten@southampton.gov.uk to schedule a time to discuss query.

Recruitment contact details:

Email: recruitment@southampton.gov.uk

Tel: 023 8083 4033

For more information about SCC please visit

Southampton City Council

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