TRANSPORT

Introduction Application Process _____________________________ Application Forms Primary TR-P .pdf Post Primary TR-S .pdf Further Education TR-T .pdf Attendance at School Travelling Expenses Refund Form TR-2 .pdf Monthly Claim Form For Payment Of Petrol Allowance TR-4 .pdf _____________________________ Behaviour Procedures .pdf Board Safety Exceptional Use of '3 for 2' FAQs .pdf Fleet Details Guidance for Contractors .pdf Recruitment Safe School Transport .pdf School Owned Minibus Guidelines .pdf Structure Tendering Process e-mail transport @seelb.org.uk

TRANSPORT

Application process Application forms may be downloaded and when fully completed, including relevant signatures of school Principals, may be forwarded to the Transport Unit of the SEELB Pupils transferring to post primary education will receive  application forms  with their transfer papers. Pupils entering Primary Schools will receive an  application form  from the school principal. A leaflet explaining transport eligibility for primary school pupils is also available from the school, the Board or in the Transport Publications section of this website. If transport is an issue when choosing schools it is essential that parents read the criteria laid down in the Transfer booklet which is issued to all parents. Transport Regulations can also be found in the Department of Education Transport Circular 1996/41.

Introduction Application Process _____________________________ Application Forms Primary TR-P .pdf Post Primary TR-S .pdf Further Education TR-T .pdf Attendance at School Travelling Expenses Refund Form TR-2 .pdf Monthly Claim Form For Payment Of Petrol Allowance TR-4 .pdf _____________________________ Behaviour Procedures .pdf Board Safety Exceptional Use of '3 for 2' FAQs .pdf Fleet Details Guidance for Contractors .pdf Recruitment Safe School Transport .pdf School Owned Minibus Guidelines .pdf Structure Tendering Process e-mail transport @seelb.org.uk

TRANSPORT

Safety The Board is responsible for providing transport safely, legally and economically. In exercising this responsibility it is acknowledged that parents, schools and pupils/students have a role to play in ensuring that the high level of transport safety which exists in Northern Ireland is maintained and continually improved. It is the Board’s view that: Pupils have a responsibility to behave in an acceptable manner that ensures safety both on the vehicle and while awaiting transport. Parents should promote good behaviour and accept responsibility for the conduct of their children en route to and from school That it is the role of schools to support positive parenting practice and to actively encourage good behaviour on public and Board transport

Introduction Application Process _____________________________ Application Forms Primary TR-P .pdf Post Primary TR-S .pdf Further Education TR-T .pdf Attendance at School Travelling Expenses Refund Form TR-2 .pdf Monthly Claim Form For Payment Of Petrol Allowance TR-4 .pdf _____________________________ Behaviour Procedures .pdf Board Safety Exceptional Use of '3 for 2' FAQs .pdf Fleet Details Guidance for Contractors .pdf Recruitment Safe School Transport .pdf School Owned Minibus Guidelines .pdf Structure Tendering Process e-mail transport @seelb.org.uk

TRANSPORT

Fleet Details The Transport Unit is responsible for the maintenance and replacement programme for the Board Fleet that includes: Board Buses 57 Seater bus 33 Seater bus - Mercedes 29 Seater bus - Iveco 25 Seater bus - Mercedes 19 Seater bus (Wheelchair friendly) - Mercedes 17 Seater bus - LDV 16 Seater bus - Ford Transit Library Vehicles Mobile Libraries Mercedes

Introduction Application Process _____________________________ Application Forms Primary TR-P .pdf Post Primary TR-S .pdf Further Education TR-T .pdf Attendance at School Travelling Expenses Refund Form TR-2 .pdf Monthly Claim Form For Payment Of Petrol Allowance TR-4 .pdf _____________________________ Behaviour Procedures .pdf Board Safety Exceptional Use of '3 for 2' FAQs .pdf Fleet Details Guidance for Contractors .pdf Recruitment Safe School Transport .pdf School Owned Minibus Guidelines .pdf Structure Tendering Process e-mail transport @seelb.org.uk

TRANSPORT

Recruitment The Board is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All permanent posts for Bus Drivers, Escorts and School Crossing Patrols are advertised in the local press. All posts within the Board have specified criteria which has to be met in order for prospective applicants to be considered for appointment. Bus Drivers Drivers are required to hold a full category D License (No Restrictions) and have a minimum of 5 years’ driving experience. Experience in driving buses in particular with carriage of children would be an advantage. The role of the Bus driver requires the ability to work as a member of a team and to be sensitive to the needs of the children in his/her care. The driver is often the only direct contact parents have with the Board and is therefore required to present a favourable image of the Board. Anyone who meets the above criteria and is interested in temporary employment should contact the Assistant Transport Officers.

Introduction Application Process _____________________________ Application Forms Primary TR-P .pdf Post Primary TR-S .pdf Further Education TR-T .pdf Attendance at School Travelling Expenses Refund Form TR-2 .pdf Monthly Claim Form For Payment Of Petrol Allowance TR-4 .pdf _____________________________ Behaviour Procedures .pdf Board Safety Exceptional Use of '3 for 2' FAQs .pdf Fleet Details Guidance for Contractors .pdf Recruitment Safe School Transport .pdf School Owned Minibus Guidelines .pdf Structure Tendering Process e-mail transport @seelb.org.uk

Bus and Taxi Escorts

Escorts are required to have 1 year’s experience working with children in either a voluntary or paid capacity. Again the escort is often the only direct contact parents have with the Board. An Escort is employed on vehicles carrying children with Special Education Needs and should be aware of the sensitivities involved when dealing with these children.

Anyone who meets the above criteria and is interested in temporary employment should contact the Assistant Transport Officers

School Crossing Patrols

School Crossing Patrols must be under the age of 75 and medically fit. Again the post involves an understanding of children’s behaviour and the need to ensure their safety when crossing roads.

Anyone who meets the above criteria and is interested in temporary employment should contact the School Crossing Patrol Supervisor.

TRANSPORT

Introduction Application Process _____________________________ Application Forms Primary TR-P .pdf Post Primary TR-S .pdf Further Education TR-T .pdf Attendance at School Travelling Expenses Refund Form TR-2 .pdf Monthly Claim Form For Payment Of Petrol Allowance TR-4 .pdf _____________________________ Behaviour Procedures .pdf Board Safety Exceptional Use of '3 for 2' FAQs .pdf Fleet Details Guidance for Contractors .pdf Recruitment Safe School Transport .pdf School Owned Minibus Guidelines .pdf Structure Tendering Process e-mail transport @seelb.org.uk

TRANSPORT

Tendering Process The Board annually invite applications from companies wishing to be considered for home to school contract runs. The Board has tendering procedures that must be adhered to. Operators are required to tender for contracts during August and runs are allocated accordingly to successful tenderers. School runs involve the provision of transport by taxi or bus. The majority of pupils transported will have special needs and many of the vehicles required will need to be suitable to accommodate specific needs eg wheelchair friendly vehicles. Any queries regarding the tendering process should be directed to the Board’s Purchasing Officer. The Board operates a strict No Smoking Policy on all vehicles.

Introduction Application Process _____________________________ Application Forms Primary TR-P .pdf Post Primary TR-S .pdf Further Education TR-T .pdf Attendance at School Travelling Expenses Refund Form TR-2 .pdf Monthly Claim Form For Payment Of Petrol Allowance TR-4 .pdf _____________________________ Behaviour Procedures .pdf Board Safety Exceptional Use of '3 for 2' FAQs .pdf Fleet Details Guidance for Contractors .pdf Recruitment Safe School Transport .pdf School Owned Minibus Guidelines .pdf Structure Tendering Process e-mail transport @seelb.org.uk