Central Bedfordshire Council
NEPT Driver / Care Assistant
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NEPT Driver / Care Assistant
Ambulance Driver / Care Assistant (Nept) – Non-Emergency Passenger Transport (NEPT)
Team: Non-Emergency Passenger Transport (NEPT)
Job Family: Providing - CBG5
Salary: £25,989 – £26,403 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location:
- Thorn Turn Depot, Grendall Lane, LU5 6DJ
- Sandy Depot, Beamish Close, SG19 1SD
Contract Type: Permanent (Fixed on a business need basis)
Closing Date: 17th July 2026
Interview Date: 21st August 2026
About the Role
If you’re discreet, professional and have a caring attitude, this could be the perfect opportunity to join us as an Ambulance Driver / Care Assistant in our Non-Emergency Patient Transport Team (NEPT).
You’ll play a vital role in supporting:
- The safe transport of SEND children to and from schools and colleges
- Patients travelling between hospitals/clinics and their homes
Your duties will include:
- Providing compassionate, high-quality care for non-emergency passengers
- Staying calm under pressure and adapting to different situations daily
- Willingness to undertake additional training in medical and mental health conditions
- The ability to travel between Thorn Turn Depot (LU5 6DJ) & Sandy Depot (SG19 1SD) when required
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Key Requirements
- A full, unrestricted D1/PCV licence is mandatory
- Fluent English speaking, reading and writing skills
- Ability to meet policies and procedures on the job
All successful applicants will receive:
- Comprehensive training package
- 25 paid annual leave days (pro-rata for part-time)
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
Our Offer
For full benefit details, visit our Rewards and Benefits page (link to be added by applicant – see notes on page).
Key Accountabilities & Competencies
Before applying, please review:
For informal enquiries, contact: Alan Piercey (NEPT Coordinator) 📧 alan.piercey@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk ☎ 0300 300 6010
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Safeguarding & Policies
Central Bedfordshire Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. As part of this role, you’ll be required to undergo criminal record disclosure checks.
Note: Only online applications via our system will be considered.
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(Note: The job offer does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates requiring a visa must arrange this independently.)
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