HcL are looking for 3 new Trustees to join our Board.
There is no doubt that being a trustee is one of the powerful ways in which you can contribute to your local community or to a cause you really care about. As a trustee at HcL, you will play an integral part in shaping our sector and in ensuring that HcL adheres closely to our 5 year Strategy in the interests of its beneficiaries, supporting members to provide accessible and inclusive transport to the community. This is an opportunity to bring your experience insight on the unique issues facing community transport organisations in the Lothians area to the fore.
Experience Required: commitment to the values of HcL, we are interested in volunteers with relevant experience in transport across the UK, human resources and the legal framework in which we operate, but equally we are keen to talk to people who can bring their lived experience to the charity. Trustees should also have time available to support with scrutinising and approving papers, support risk management and be able to use their expertise to support the new 5-year strategy for HcL.
For a chat about the role and nomination process, please contact Kelvin Cochrane, Chief Executive, on 0131 447 9953 or at kelvin.cochrane@handicabs.org.uk
VACANCY 04/23
JOB PARTICULARS: DRIVER – Bilston Glen - 35 hours per week on average
INTRODUCTION
HcL is a major Scottish Charity based in the Lothians. The organisation was set up in November 1982 to operate a transport service for people with a range of disabilities and health needs who are unable, or have great difficulty, in using public transport.
HcL receives most of its funding from The City of Edinburgh Council, Midlothian Council, East Lothian Council, West Lothian Council and Scottish Government to provide:
Dial-A-Ride: a door-through-door transport service
Dial-A-Bus: a semi-scheduled door-through-door shopping service
Our services cover Edinburgh and the Lothians, operating from our two local bases. We also respond to requests for journeys nationally on an availability basis.
Currently there are 19 minibuses (Dial-A-Ride) 9 midibuses (Dial-A-Bus) and one (Community Bus) in the fleet which have been specially adapted to carry wheelchair users and ambulant passengers.
PLACEMENT
Edinburgh, East & Midlothian District Office is located at 24/3a Dryden Road, Bilston Glen Industrial Estate, EH20 9HX, with 19 vehicles and 26 members of staff.
ACCOUNTABILITY
To the Operations Manager
DRIVING DUTIES
· To drive HcL vehicles as required.
· To provide any necessary assistance for passengers before, during, or after travel, consistent with their transport needs.
· To utilise the equipment provided correctly to ensure passengers travel safely and comfortably.
· Taking responsibility for the daily upkeep of their vehicle and equipment (and other vehicles when required), including basic maintenance and cleanliness. Defect reporting is required.
· The completion of necessary paperwork and administration, including fares collection from passengers and delivery of fares and drivers sheets to the office.
· To undertake any induction and in-service training programme as required.
· To assist in training for other staff and volunteer drivers/escorts when required.
· Contact by mobile phone is required.
OTHER DUTIES
To undertake other duties as required, including overtime cover, also “special” longer distance journeys.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
· Candidates must be over 21 years of age and hold a full driving licence with up to a maximum of 3 points for at least 2 years with a minimum D1 entitlement, training maybe provided to obtain a D Licence.
· An ability to relate to elderly and/or disabled people is necessary. Previous experience with elderly and/or disabled people is preferred but not essential.
· Good communication skills are essential.
· Candidates will be required to be a member of Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme paid for by the Company where required.
DRIVING ASSESSMENT
The candidate will have to complete a driving assessment and if successful complete MIDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme) training. Other training includes first aid, manual handling and disability awareness.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
As laid out in HcL Employee Handbook.
SALARY SCALE
Scale - points 17 - 18 currently £10.77 - £11.06 per hour. (The Posts averages 35 hours per week with overtime available).
NATURE OF CONTRACT AND NOTICE
Ongoing employment is dependent on funding from local Councils who presently provide the bulk of funding for HcL. There is a six month probationary period. Statutory notice periods apply.
HOURS
Flexible working, including evenings and weekends, is required. 35 hours on average worked per week on a shift basis. Time will be made available for induction, training and staff meetings.
Full uniform will be provided.
30 days paid holiday plus 6 statutory per year pro rata.
Access to Peoples Pension/Lothian Pension with employer contributions up to 22.8%.
Overtime working will be required as necessary up to statutory maximum.
TRADE UNION MEMBERSHIP
Unite the Union is recognised as the relevant union for voluntary membership.
APPLICATION
Application should be made on the form provided, you are welcome to attach a current CV if available.
HcL strives to be an equal opportunities employer and will prevent discrimination, particularly on the grounds of sex, marital status, disability, race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, age or ethnic origin.
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Send applications to:
Robert Hutson
Operations Manager
HcL
24/3a Dryden Road
Bilston Glen Industrial Estate
LOANHEAD EH20 9HX
Tel: 0131 447 9953
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.77-£11.06 per hour
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
Experience:
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: On the road
HcL
Handicabs (Lothian)
VACANCY 23/05 July 23
JOB PARTICULARS: Relief Driver/Despatcher – 25 Hours per week
INTRODUCTION
HcL is a major Scottish Charity based in the Lothians. The organisation was set up in November 1982 to operate a transport service for people with a range of disabilities and health needs who are unable, or have great difficulty, in using public transport.
HcL receives most of its funding from The City of Edinburgh Council, Midlothian Council, East Lothian Council, West Lothian Council and Scottish Government to provide:
Our Dial-A-Ride and Dial-A-Bus services cover Edinburgh and the Lothians, operating from our 2 local bases. We also respond to requests for journeys nationally on an availability basis;
Currently there are 18 minibuses (Dial-A-Ride) 9 midibuses (Dial-A-Bus) and 3 (Community Buses) in the fleet which have been specially adapted to carry combinations of wheelchair users and other passengers safely and comfortably;
Local Bus Services: Community Bus Partnership with West Lothian Council.
PLACEMENT
West Lothian District Office is located at 17a Inchmuir Road, Whitehill Industrial Estate, Bathgate, EH48 2EP, with 11 vehicles and 14 members of staff.
ACCOUNTABILITY
To the Assistant Operations Manager
DRIVING DUTIES
DESPATCHING DUTIES
OTHER DUTIES
To undertake other duties as required, including overtime cover, also “special” longer distance journeys.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
DRIVING ASSESSMENT
The candidate will have to complete a driving assessment and if successful complete MIDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme) training. Other training includes first aid, manual handling and disability awareness.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
As laid out in HcL Employee Handbook.
S.J.C. RATE
S.J.C. Scale - points 17 - 18 currently £10.77 - £11.06 per hour. (This post averages 25 hours per week with overtime available).
NATURE OF CONTRACT AND NOTICE
Ongoing employment is dependent on funding from local Councils who presently provide the bulk of funding for HcL. There is a six month probationary period. Statutory notice periods apply.
HOURS
Flexible working, is required. Time will be made available for induction, training and staff meetings.
Full uniform will be provided.
30 days paid holiday plus 6 statutory per year pro rata.
Access to Peoples Pension/Lothian Pension with employer contributions up to 22.8%.
Overtime working will be required as necessary up to statutory maximum.
TRADE UNION MEMBERSHIP
Unite the Union is recognised as the relevant union for voluntary membership.
APPLICATION
Application should be made on the form provided, you are welcome to attach a current CV if available.
HcL strives to be an equal opportunities employer and will prevent discrimination, particularly on the grounds of sex, marital status, disability, race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, age or ethnic origin.
HcL has a policy of no smoking in the workplace
Send applications to:
Gary Toner
HcL
17a Inchmuir Road
Whitehill Industrial Estate
BATHGATE EH48 2EP
Tel: 01506 633953
Email: gary.toner@handicabs.org.ukwww.HcLTransport.org.uk
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.77-£11.06 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
Application question(s):
Experience:
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: On the Road