14/09/2026
Part-Time School Transport Personal Assistant – Pickering
Ryedale Community Transport is looking for a reliable and caring Personal Assistant (PA) to join our school transport team in the Pickering area.
This is a part-time position working 2 days per week, covering both the morning and afternoon school runs, with 4 paid hours per day.
There may also be opportunities for additional hours providing occasional cover on other school transport services.
About the role
As a Personal Assistant, you will travel on the vehicle and help ensure that the children and young people in our care have a safe, comfortable and supported journey to and from school.
Working alongside our driver, you will supervise and assist passengers during their journey and help provide a reassuring and friendly environment.
We are looking for someone who is:
• Reliable and punctual
• Patient, caring and approachable
• Comfortable working with children and young people
• Able to remain calm and responsible in different situations
• Happy to work as part of a small, friendly team
• Willing to provide occasional additional cover where possible
Experience of working with children or young people would be helpful, particularly those with additional needs, but it is not essential.
It would be advantageous, although not essential, for applicants to hold a Category D1 entitlement on their driving licence. This would provide the opportunity to undertake occasional minibus driving and additional cover work when required.
Applicants who do not hold D1 are still very welcome to apply, as this is not a requirement for the Personal Assistant role.
Hours & Pay
Days: 2 days per week
Hours: Morning and afternoon school runs – 4 paid hours per day (8 hours per week)
Pay: National Minimum Wage
Location: Pickering area
Additional hours: Occasional cover work may also be available
The successful applicant will be subject to the appropriate DBS and safeguarding checks.
Email: [email protected]
