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Céad Samh 17 2021

Aoine Samh 26 2021

Céad Noll 1 2021

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We are looking to recruit a panel of relief bus escorts for the academic year 2021/2022 who would be available to cover when bus escorts are sick. The CRC School caters primarily for children with a physical disability - many children have an accompanying disability or medical need - who live in north city and county Dublin. Applications are especially welcome from North Co. Dublin and Dublin 15.
The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Principal. The hours of work may fluctuate as per the Department of Education and Skills and pupils who attend the school.

Responsibilities

 For the safety of children when opening and closing doors prior to stop and move off
 For safety of children for the time in which they are travelling and until they can hand over to school staff / parent / responsible person
 Assisting children on and off the bus safely
 Making sure all children are seated with appropriate straps. Harnesses secured before bus leaves the home / school
 Ensure that each pupil is received by some responsible person at drop off point

Duties

 Maintain good relationships with parents and school staff
 Act as a liaison between Principal and / or class teacher and parents when required by the principal
 Observe confidentiality in all aspects of work
 Be aware of particular disability / medical condition of the child on the bus
 Perform any other duties relevant to the position of school bus escort which may be assigned by the Principal from time to time.
 Unless there are exceptional circumstances, the school bus escort is not to leave the bus.

Application
Candidates should have experience in working with children, have an understanding of special needs and be able to deal with parents and school staff in a professional manner. Candidates must take part in regular training including manual handling and child protection. Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Excellent attendance record is also essential. Successful candidates are subject to garda vetting and reference checking.