Job Description
2 MINIBUS DRIVERS - PART TIME, TERM TIME ONLY (Morning and Evening Shift)
• Morning shift is 8am to 9:30am
• Evening shift is 3:30pm to 6pm
• Both shifts required 5 days a week during term time.
• Other ad-hoc journeys will usually be during the school day.
• Shifts can be done by one person, or split across two drivers.
• £13 per hour.
No closing date - applications will be considered as and when we receive them.
Job Purpose
To drive the school minibus for the morning and evening Haymarket shuttle service, and other ad-hoc journeys as required. The role holder will also be responsible for routine inspections of the minibus fleet.
Accountable To
Head of Facilities/Business Director
Main Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
• Drive the school minibus in a responsible and competent manner, ensuring the safety of students, other road users and members of the public;
• Ensure the Haymarket shuttle service runs to time as far as possible to the set route and stops, and maintain records of students using the service;
• Be responsible for the safety and welfare of students during each journey;
• Report any behaviour or welfare concerns to relevant teaching staff colleagues;
• Carry out daily and weekly vehicle checks and basic maintenance and ensure the bus is clean and tidy before and after each journey;
• Refuel the minibuses as required;
• Report any damage or maintenance issues immediately;
• Be a good ambassador for the school, maintaining a professional conduct at all times;
• Declare any driving sanctions or convictions that may affect insurance or operation of the bus;
• Adhere to school policies on safeguarding and child protection at all times and attend training as required;
• Undergo an annual check of your driving licence.
Ideal Candidate:
Further details, including Person Specification, can be found in the attached Job Pack.
Package Description:
Competitive remuneration and benefits package including:-
* Reduced school fees and wraparound care at St George’s School
* Pension Contribution
* Staff lunches
* Access to school buses on school bus routes for all staff (small charge payable)
* Professional learning and development opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Generous annual leave entitlement
* Cycle-to-work scheme
* Opportunity to benefit from the use of the many school facilities; libraries; sports facilities etc
* Death in service benefits all staff
* Opportunity to join our community and contribute to social, music, drama and other events and activities.