AFC Bournemouth
The role as an academy casual driver has become available and can be applied for now.
Job title
Academy casual driver
Contract type
Casual
Reports to
Academy head of education & player care and assistant academy manager
Purpose of role
The role requires the person to transport Academy players and scholars on a day-to-day basis. These routes are usually from Vitality Stadium to Canford Park Arena.
Then from Vitality Stadium to alternating venues of other professional clubs on either a Saturday or Sunday.
Working Hours
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Monday to Friday – Flexible, in line with the transport timetable
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Saturday and Sunday – Flexible, in line with the games programme
Location
Various (Vitality Stadium to Canford Park Arena/3G (BH21 3AP/BH21 3AW). Weekends: Various, dependent on match location.
Salary
Weekday Driving – £10.00 per hour
Weekend Driving – £50.00 per day or £70.00 per day (distance away game)
Required qualifications
UK-valid driving licence (required) – incl. D1 Licence.
- Experience in driving 17-seater minibuses
- Experienced driving sports teams (desirable)
Role overview
It is vital that the role of Academy minibus driver includes a number of key areas and stipulations as set out below:
- Provide transport for Academy scholars and schoolboys daily from various locations from around the local area and specific venues in a safe and lawful manner, fully compliant with the Highway Code and other regulations applying to passenger and minibus transport
- Provide the main transport link between Vitality Stadium and Canford training grounds for our under-17 and under-18 scholars
- Daily and weekly vehicle checks to be undertaken prior to any journey. Any faults are to be reported in the first instance to the Academy
- To be available to transport Academy scholars to other venues as and when needed
- Be available to collect and return under-13 and under-16 players attending day release to and from the rail station to the main LeAF Academy and training venues
- Work closely with the admin support & welfare officer and head of education & player care with regard to any changes in weekly schedules
- Ensure the minibuses are cleaned by scholars and schoolboys after each journey.
- Ensure the relationship with children and vulnerable adults is appropriate and language, behaviour and demeanour is suitable
Application
To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter to [email protected] by 11.59pm on Sunday 3rd September 2021.
General information
AFC Bournemouth is committed to protecting all children, young persons, and adults at risk in its care or attending its premises and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.
We strive to create a positive and safe environment and ensure all who interact with the club feel safe, protected, and heard.
The employee must always carry out their responsibilities with due regard to AFC Bournemouth policies and procedures, health and safety, financial authorisation, confidentiality and regarding the Data Protection Act.
The employee must ensure a positive commitment towards equality and diversity by treating others fairly and not committing any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation or harassment of any description and to promote positive working relations amongst Employees and customers.
The above job description is not intended to be exhaustive; the duties and responsibilities may therefore vary over time per the changing needs of the club.
AFC Bournemouth is an equal opportunities employer and ensures that staff and volunteers are able to achieve their full potential. AFC Bournemouth values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community (Equality Act 2010).
- AFC Bournemouth is an equal opportunities employer and ensures that staff and volunteers are able to achieve their full potential. AFC Bournemouth values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community (Equality Act 2010).
- We actively encourage applications from women, and individuals from black, asian and mixed-heritage backgrounds.
- AFC Bournemouth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.
- For further information on accessibility within the stadium please click here.
- AFC Bournemouth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. For further information on accessibility within the stadium, please click here.
