School Transport Bus Escort

Job Summary The Bus Escort travels on a bus with pupils attending Kennedy College accompanying them on the journey to and from school each day, Monday to Friday. The job requires the Bus Escort to care for the pupils on the bus and accompany them into school in the morning and back home in the afternoon.

Key Responsibilities The duties of the Bus Escort will include, but are not limited to: ▪ Supervising students while travelling on the bus to and from school. ▪ Maintaining a positive and professional working relationship with the bus driver. ▪ Act as liaison between Principal and/or Class Teacher and parents when required i.e. conveyance of messages and letter to parents. ▪ Being familiar with the specific needs or conditions of students on board (e.g., epilepsy) and following any guidance provided by the Principal. ▪ Perform any other duties relevant to the position of Bus Escort which may be assigned by the Principal from time to time. ▪ Maintain confidentiality at all times and promptly report any concerns related to student welfare or safety to the Principal and/or Class Teacher.

This job description offers a broad outline of the role’s key duties and is designed to be flexible and adaptable. It will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains aligned with organisational needs.

Essential Requirements The following outlines the essential qualifications, skills, and competencies required for candidates applying for the Bus Escort position. These criteria are designed to ensure that applicants possess the necessary foundation to excel in the role and contribute effectively to the organisation’s goals. ▪ A minimum FETAC Level 3 major qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications. Or a minimum of three grade Ds in the Junior Certificate Or Equivalent. ▪ Have the requisite knowledge and skills to carry out the role. Desirable Requirements ▪ Previous experience working with children, particularly those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). ▪ Relevant qualifications or certifications in any of the following areas: Special Needs Assisting / Childcare/ Pre Nursing/ Relevant Post

Person Specification ▪ Understand the importance of supporting children with special educational needs in order to facilitate their attendance at school. ▪ Strong interpersonal and communication skills to ensure positive and effective relationships with principal/class teacher, driver, parents, students and other relevant stakeholders. ▪ Have a calm, patient and sensitive attitude.

Eligibility to Apply Candidates must, by the date of job offer, be: ▪ A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ▪ A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or ▪ A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or ▪ A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or ▪ A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or ▪ A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa