Part Time Community Bus Driver

About the role

The Community Bus Driver is the public face of Hartley Wintney Parish Council’s community transport service. Working part‑time, you will operate the council‑owned bus on a set timetable, ensuring safe and courteous travel for local passengers.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out daily mandatory vehicle checks, complete safety checklists and report any defects.
• Maintain the bus interior and exterior, arranging weekly washes and keeping equipment such as first‑aid kits in order.
• Drive the bus according to the published timetable, handling card transactions where required.
• Assist passengers with boarding and alighting, including wheelchair and mobility‑scooter users using the tail lift.
• Report safety incidents, support risk‑assessment processes and cover shifts for colleagues when needed.
• Follow all Hartley Wintney Parish Council policies, procedures and training requirements.

Required profile

• Presentable, polite and patient with strong customer‑service orientation.
• Capable of clear thinking in emergencies and able to work under pressure.
• Good common sense and a reliable, responsible attitude.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £12.71.
• Part‑time schedule with overtime paid for additional cover.
• Opportunity to serve the local community and gain experience in public transport.