School TransportAssistant
A school transport assistant, also known as a passenger assistant or escort, provides safety and care for children with special needs or disabilities during school transport, ensuring their well-being and safe arrival at school and home. Responsibilities include:
- They are responsible for the safety and care of the children in the vehicle.
- They ensure all children are accounted for on both the morning and afternoon journeys.
- They supervise children at all times, ensuring they are safe when entering and leaving the vehicle.
- They stay with the children in the event of problems during the journey.
- They assist with the safe transportation of wheelchairs.