Outreach Support / School Transport Worker Advertisement

Posted 22 May 2026
Salary 16
LocationBury
Job type Temporary
Specialism Social Work
Reference75129
Expiry 20 August 2026

Job description

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Part-Time Outreach Support & School Transport Worker

πŸ“ Greater Manchester Area
πŸ•’ Part-Time Temporary Position
πŸ“… Contract: June – July 2026

We are currently looking for a reliable, caring, and child-focused Part-Time Outreach Support & Transport Worker to support two school-aged siblings currently living in foster care.

This role involves providing safe and consistent transport between home, school, and contact services while helping maintain routine, emotional wellbeing, and educational stability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Morning school transport from foster placement to school
  • Afternoon collection from school and transport to either:
    • foster placement, or
    • local contact centre
  • Supporting children in a calm, patient, and professional manner
  • Maintaining clear communication with carers and professionals
  • Providing a consistent and reliable presence for the children

About the Children

The children are polite, engaging, and settled in foster care. They benefit from positive routines, emotional reassurance, and consistency. One child has a medical condition requiring occasional flexibility and understanding.

Ideal Candidate

βœ” Experience working with children or vulnerable young people
βœ” Calm, patient, and nurturing approach
βœ” Reliable and punctual
βœ” Good communication skills
βœ” Driving licence and suitable vehicle preferred
βœ” Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality

Working Hours

Monday – Friday

  • Morning collection around 7:30am and transport to school
  • Afternoon collection around 3:30pm and transport to placement/contact centre

⏰ Approximate part-time split-shift hours suitable for someone seeking flexible work.

Contract Period

πŸ“† From 1 June 2026 to 17 July 2026