At U CARZ, safety isn’t just a priority — it’s our foundation. That’s why we established the U CARZ Training Academy, a dedicated training centre committed to equipping drivers, passenger assistants, and transport professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to safely support children with special educational needs.
Whether you’re part of our team or an external organisation looking for accredited training, our academy delivers high-quality, practical courses designed for the real demands of SEND school transport.
15+ Years of Experience: Our training is built on over 15 years of hands-on experience in SEND school transport across Norfolk and Suffolk.
Council-Approved Provider: As trusted partners of Norfolk County Council and Suffolk County Council, our training meets the highest standards.
Real-World Focus: Courses are designed around real scenarios faced by drivers and passenger assistants every day.
Qualified Trainers: All courses are delivered by experienced, accredited professionals.
Certification Provided: Receive recognised certification upon successful completion of each course.
1. Driver Safeguarding Course
Equip drivers with essential safeguarding knowledge to protect children and vulnerable passengers during transport.
Course Covers:
Understanding safeguarding responsibilities
Recognising signs of abuse and neglect
Reporting procedures and best practices
Professional boundaries and conduct
Certification: Accredited Safeguarding Certificate
2. Passenger Assistant Safeguarding Training
Specialist training for passenger assistants working closely with children with special educational needs.
Course Covers:
Role and responsibilities of a passenger assistant
Safeguarding children with SEND
Managing challenging behaviour with care
Communication and de-escalation techniques
Emergency procedures
Certification: Accredited Safeguarding Certificate
3. First Aid Course
Certified first aid training to ensure our team can respond confidently in medical emergencies.
Course Covers:
Paediatric first aid essentials
CPR and choking response
Managing seizures and medical conditions
Incident reporting and documentation
Certification: Accredited First Aid Certificate
4. Driving Assessments
Professional assessments to evaluate driving competency and ensure the highest safety standards across our fleet.
Assessment Covers:
Vehicle safety checks
Driving competency evaluation
Passenger safety awareness
Adherence to transport regulations
Outcome: Pass/Fail with feedback report
Our training courses are open to:
U CARZ Drivers & Passenger Assistants — Mandatory training for all team members
External Transport Providers — Schools, councils, and private hire companies looking for accredited SEND transport training
Individuals — Anyone looking to start a career in SEND school transport
Our courses are open to U CARZ team members, external transport providers, schools, councils, and individuals seeking accredited SEND transport training.
Yes. All our safeguarding and first aid courses are fully accredited and meet council and industry standards.
You can enquire by completing the form above, emailing [email], or calling [number].
