Bus Driver

Newcastle West, County Limerick, IrelandContractConversational EnglishWho We AreIn 1961 Leonard Cheshire set up Ireland's first Cheshire service in Shillelagh, Co.Wicklow, supported by volunteers, and since then further services have developed around the country.Initially, these services were supported by local voluntary management committees who oversaw the running of the services and who fundraised locally.Over time, the Health and Social Care environment in Ireland changed with an increased requirement for governance and oversight.To reflect this Cheshire Ireland developed.Skills and attributesFull Manual Drivers LicenceA minimum of 1 years' previous experience in similarly focused role.Good interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and writtenDescriptionRole: DriverContract Type: Permanent Part TimeAddress: Newcastle West, Limerick V42RW63We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above position.Candidates must be highly motivated, creative, and experienced with a passion for engaging with the people we support daily.About Cheshire IrelandCheshire Ireland provides quality services to adults with physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities at a medium and high level of need.What we doWe provide individualised supports for people to meet their physical, psychological, and social care needs in an environment that encourages independence and promotes their rights and well-being.How we workOur services are based on clear principles of supporting people "one person at a time".As a member of the team, you will be committed to high quality rights-based, person-centred service delivery, be willing to embrace change and help foster a culture of continuous improvement.What you will doGeneral Duties:As a driver you will assist in the transportation of individuals who receive a service from Cheshire Ireland while maintaining records (mileage usage & diesel expenditure, etc).Take an active role in Health and Safety and ensuring all health & safety requirement are met, i.e., basic vehicle checks & reporting faults, etc.Who we are looking for.A minimum of 1 years' previous experience in similarly focused role.Full Manual Drivers LicenceGood interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.In possession of the necessary documentation to work and live in Ireland.Ability to speak and write English fluently.Desire for personal and professional development.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.Eligibility to work in Ireland is essential.Good Standard of verbal and written English.Personal integrity and trustworthiness.Willing to embrace change and is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning throughout the service.Committed to the principles of rights-based, person-centred services.Why work for usFlexibility in working hours.Advanced Rostering.Free Parking.€15.40 - €17.12 per hourPremiums paid on unsocial hours.Career opportunities.Induction and ongoing training.Company Pension Scheme.Maternity benefit.Bike/Cycle to work scheme.Employee assistance programme.Death in Service benefit for pension members.Employee Referral bonus.Closing Date: 17th of October 2025Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer.All successful candidates will be required to undergo vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau and provide the necessary documentation to confirm their eligibility to work.Meet the Limerick Cheshire Services TeamRathfredagh, Newcastle West, Co.Limerick V42 RW63Rathfredagh has a long history in Newcastle West and is very well supported in the community.In Rathfredagh we recognise that each person we support has the same rights as any other citizen of Ireland.We encourage and support people to get involved in their local community, to take up studying or employment, to have freedom of expression, to follow their dreams and passions and to stay connected with family and friends.#J-18808-Ljbffr