Accessibility Vehicle Driver

The role of Accessibility Vehicle Driver is to provide safe and reliable transport for patrons with additional access needs, helping them access the venue with ease.

Job type
Seasonal
Location
The Edinburgh Castle Arena
Reports to
Accessibility Supervisor
Salary
£13.45 per hour

Duration:

This is a temporary position from 5 August to 29 August 2026. You will work a minimum of 38.5 hours, usually between 18:00- 00:00 Monday to Friday and 15:30-00:00 on Saturdays. You may be required to work additional hours when needed.

Training:

  • ACT Training
  • Pre-Event All Staff Brief
  • Manual Lifting
  • Accessibility Training

Job Purpose Summary:

Provide safe and reliable transport for patrons with additional access needs, helping them access the venue with ease. As a mobility minibus driver, you will deliver excellent customer service and play a key role in the smooth running of the Tattoo.

Key Duties:

  • Be able to confidently assist customers with varying levels of physical and mental conditions while maintaining a positive demeanour.
  • Treat all guests with dignity and respect.
  • Ensure that all passengers receive safe, reliable customer-orientated transportation.
  • Advise your manager of any accidents or incidents in line with company policy.
  • Respond to ad hoc requests where appropriate.
  • Obey all traffic laws and regulations while driving any Tattoo Vehicle.
  • Ensure the vehicle assigned to you is always:
    • Clean, tidy, and presentable to a high standard.
    • Maintained and in a serviceable condition as far as fuel, oil and lubrication are concerned.
    • Secure and parked in accordance with local Traffic Regulations.
  • Look after all documentation and equipment issued to you for the purpose of carrying out your duties.
  • Display vehicle passes that have been allocated to the vehicle when required e.g. for dispensation parking.
  • Engage with Event organisers to provide insightful feedback to improve processes for the future.

Essential Criteria:

  • Confident and well presented.
  • Good safe driving skills.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Approachable and helpful.
  • A positive and flexible attitude.
  • Current full UK driving licence.
  • Must be aged 21 or over in compliance with the company’s insurance terms.

Desirable Criteria:

  • Experience in a public facing role.
  • Experience working with vulnerable people.
  • First Aid Training

Deadline for applications: Sunday 12 April 2026