PCV (bus) drivers with aspergers?

Hi all, I'm wondering if there is anybody out there who would be able to put my mind to rest. I have aspergers syndrome, OCD and tick disorder. I'd love for nothing more than to become a PCV, bus, driver. I've know from a young age this is the career I'd like to pursue, I've learnt to drive specifically for this reason. Anyhow, I've passed my car test, applied for a trainee PCV vacancy, passed the written assessment, also passed the driving assessment and made it to interview. It wasn't up until the interview stage that I was asked about any disabilities, I've been honest about what I have so now my application has been sent to HR. It's coming up to being four weeks since I went for an interview and I haven't heard anything back yet. Usually I don't really care, it is what it is, I'm calm and get on with life without any issues. This is THE job for me so it's different, I'm on edge awaiting these results. My biggest fear is that the aspergers is going to hold me back and destroy my dream. I don't know what I'd do if I couldn't become a bus driver, I really don't. So here's my question, are there any bus drivers out there who have aspergers? Do you know anybody who has any kind of autism who drives buses for a living? Any response would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks for your time. =)

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  • Former Member
    Former Member

    As the others have said, it shouldn't be a problem. They may send you for an Occupational Health asessment to get an medical expert's opinion. The OH assessment shouldn't be an issue but the employer will want to cover themselves because they won't really understand whether it would be a problem or not. They are likely to be quite careful about stopping you at this stage as they won't want to be accused of discriminating against someone with a disability.

    Good luck :-)

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  • Former Member
    Former Member

    As the others have said, it shouldn't be a problem. They may send you for an Occupational Health asessment to get an medical expert's opinion. The OH assessment shouldn't be an issue but the employer will want to cover themselves because they won't really understand whether it would be a problem or not. They are likely to be quite careful about stopping you at this stage as they won't want to be accused of discriminating against someone with a disability.

    Good luck :-)

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