School Bus Escort

Job DescriptionReporting/Accountability Relationship:Bus Escort will report to Principal/Deputy PrincipalSalary Scale and Conditions of Service:In accordance with the regulations of the Department of Education.JOB DESCRIPTION OF BUS ESCORTIn addition to the listed duties the Bus Escort will undertake other duties pertaining to the role as may be decided/directed by School Principal/Deputy Principal.It is expected that the Bus Escort will on his/her own initiative, identify tasks/duties that need to be carried out as part of the role subject to authorisation by School Principal/Deputy Principal.The duties listed are not intended to be exhaustive or exclusiveThe Bus Escort must:Ensure that s/he is on the school transport at the time of the first pick-up and last set down.Is responsible for the safety of children when opening and closing doors prior to "stop" and "move off".Assist children to board and alight safely from the school transport.Ensure that all children are seated with appropriate straps and harnesses where provided.Ensure that each pupil is received by some responsible person at the set down point.Supervise the children travelling on the school transport and to and from the school transport into and out of the School/classrooms.Maintain a good working relationship with the driver of the school transport.Act as liaison between the School Principal and/or class teacher and parents when required i.e. conveyance of messages and letters to parents.Observe confidentiality in all aspects of work.Be aware of particular needs of children on the school transport and be briefed by the School Principal on how to deal with same i.e. epilepsy etc.Perform any other duties relevant to the position of escort which may be assigned by the School Principal from time to time.Not leave the school transport unless under exceptional circumstancesEnsure that his/her position on the school transport is where maximum control of the children is achieved.Report all concerns to the School Principal and/or Class Teacher.Carry out any other duties appropriate to the grade which may be assigned from time to time.Person SpecificationBus EscortEssential Requirements:Punctual, reliable and trustworthyGood organisational and time management skillsFlexible with the ability to deal with unexpected events and changing work activitiesWillingness to work outside normal hours as requiredIs committed to self-development including further training if requiredActively listens to others understanding their perspectives/requirements/needsAbility to follow instructionsGood interpersonal and communication skillsDesirable Requirements:Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school teamGood interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to act on own initiativeExperience and understanding of Health and SafetyShort listing will take place on the basis of evidence provided in the application form.Job Types: Part-time, Fixed termPay: €***** per hourExpected hours: ******* per weekApplication question(s):Can you provide the contact details of 2 professional referees?Work authorisation:Ireland (required)Work Location: In person