Attendant (School Bus for Nurseries, Kindergartens, and Special Needs Schools)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Other Service Occupations
- Minor : Service Occupations Not Elsewhere Classified
Summary
This occupation involves safely guiding and managing children inside shuttle buses to nurseries, kindergartens, and special needs schools.
Description
School Bus Attendants (for nurseries, kindergartens, and special needs schools) accompany the shuttle bus to assist nursery children and schoolchildren with boarding and alighting, manage safety inside the vehicle, handle emergency responses, and coordinate communications with parents. They must maintain sharp attention to prevent accidents or injuries inside the bus, monitor changes in children's health or behavior, and ensure comfortable and safe transportation. Driving is principally handled by the driver, while the attendant supports all aspects of shuttle operations in a supervisory role.
Future Outlook
Although the number of children is declining due to falling birthrates, with increasing safety awareness and the expansion of special needs education, the demand for shuttling children who require support will remain stable.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Excellent Observation Skills / Good Team Player / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Day Shifts Only / Full-time / Part-time/Alba OK / Shift Work
Career Path
School Bus Driver → Childcare Assistant Staff → Educational Support Staff → Service Manager
Required Skills
Child Handling Skills / Communication Skills / Emergency Response Ability / Safety Checks
Recommended Skills
AED Operation / Communication Skills (Parent Communication) / Crisis Management / First Aid
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention to detail is needed to not miss small abnormalities or dangers. |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth interaction with children, parents, and drivers is necessary. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and dealing with children. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks with little need for idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex numerical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Childcare Worker Qualification
- Kindergarten Teacher License
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle License (if also handling driving duties)
Aliases
- Child Attendant
- School Bus Attendant
- Shuttle Bus Attendant
Related Jobs
- Caregiving Shuttle Staff
- Childcare Worker
- Kindergarten Teacher
- School Bus Driver