At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide safe transport for children and families while maintaining the vehicle and grounds.
- Company: Awabakal Preschool and Playgroup, committed to community and cultural respect.
- Benefits: Supportive work environment with opportunities to make a difference in the community.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a chance to positively impact young lives.
- Why this job: Join a team that values respect and care for children and families.
- Qualifications: Must have a NSW Driver's License and experience working with Aboriginal communities.
The predicted salary is between 16.2 - 19.8 $ per hour.
This position is responsible for providing a safe and reliable transport service for the children, families and staff of Awabakal Preschool and Playgroup; ensuring the bus is clean, fuelled, safe and in good running order; and undertaking lawn mowing, gardening and general yard upkeep across Awabakal Preschool premises.
Key responsibilities
- Ensure all children and families are treated in a friendly manner and with the utmost respect.
- Ensure an efficient transport service is provided to Awabakal Preschool and Playgroups.
- Provide transport services to Awabakal Preschool and Playgroup as required.
- Ensure road rules are obeyed at all times and conduct is in line with the Motor Vehicle Policy.
- Provide a high level of customer service to children and families, being mindful and empathetic to their personal situation.
- Assist children and families at all times during the transport service, in particular clients with physical disabilities and of frail age.
- Maintain a clean and tidy vehicle and ensure vehicle is fueled and in good order ready for service.
- Check the vehicle's emergency equipment and first aid supplies.
- Arrange vehicle maintenance, services, repairs, and inspections as necessary with the Centre Manager.
- Undertake basic gardening and property maintenance tasks across Awabakal Preschool premises.
About you
- First Aid Certificate.
- Mandatory child safety training, or willingness to obtain it.
- National Police Check.
- Working with Children Check.
- NSW Driver's License and ability to provide annual drivers history checks.
- Experience working with Aboriginal people and the community.
- Honest, trustworthy and maturity to exercise sound judgment.
- Ability to communicate with a broad range of community members, in a polite, competent and respectful manner.
- Demonstrates patience and understanding when supporting children with diverse needs and older clients.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision and as a team member.
Transport Driver (Aboriginal Identified) in Newcastle employer: Awabakal
Awabakal Preschool and Playgroup is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive work environment, particularly for Aboriginal identified roles. With a strong commitment to community engagement, employees benefit from meaningful interactions with families and children, fostering personal growth and professional development. The organisation values respect, empathy, and teamwork, making it a rewarding place to contribute to the wellbeing of the community.
