School Transport Driver and vehicle Maintenance Worker
School Transport Driver and vehicle Maintenance Worker
Ref: SCH-DS-0057 21 day(s) remaining Establishment: Dovecote School Location: Shapwick, Bridgwater Salary: 25731.27 Department: Ancillary Staff Job Type: Full Time Closing Date:11/06/2025 15:22 Interview Date: 16/06/2025 Start Date: 01.09.2025
Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks Hours per Week: 40.00 Weeks per Year: 41.000 Pay Grade: 1
The Role
Contract: 41 weeks per year (39 weeks driving/mechanics + 2 weeks maintenance only)
Hours: 40 hours per week
* 25 hours of driving 7:00 - 9.30 & 14:45 - 17:15
* 15 hours of mechanic duties per week 09:30 - 12.30 daily
Start date: 01/09/2025
Location: Dovecote School, Somerset
About Dovecote School
Dovecote School is an independent, specialist provision for autistic students and young people with associated communication, sensory and emotional needs. We are a values-led community with a deep commitment to nurturing every student’s individual strengths and potential. Learning at Dovecote happens everywhere—in the classroom, the woods, the art room, and on the school minibus!
We’re now looking for a skilled, dependable and compassionate individual to join our site and transport team as a School Transport Maintenance Mechanic and Driver. This dual role is key to ensuring our students can travel safely and comfortably to and from school—and that our vehicle fleet is roadworthy, well-maintained, and ready for the journey ahead.
What You’ll Be Doing
· Driving students to and from school each day (morning and afternoon routes)
· Carrying out daily and weekly vehicle safety checks
· Supporting the mechanical upkeep of the school’s vehicle fleet
· Completing repairs, diagnostics, cleaning and maintenance
· Responding to any transport-related safety or behavioural incidents
· Maintaining logs, inspection records and working closely with the compliance team
What We’re Looking For
· A qualified or experienced vehicle mechanic with strong diagnostic skills
· A confident driver with a full UK manual licence and a calm, student-focused approach
· Someone who is proactive, safety-conscious and takes pride in doing things properly
· Someone who can be part of a small, trusted team and work independently when needed
· A kind, steady presence who understands the needs of neurodivergent students
· Knowledge of safeguarding and vehicle safety legislation (or willingness to learn)
Why Join Dovecote?
· A school community that’s deeply relational, creative and inclusive
· A calm, supportive working environment where every role is valued
· Comprehensive CPD including safeguarding, first aid and H&S training
· Opportunities to grow within a highly respected and developing provision
· Free lunch, use of school facilities, and uniform provided
Dovecote School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and right to work checks.
Benefits
OtherFree staff lunches On-site parking
Skills
Personal AttributesCommitted Essential Dedicated Essential Focused Essential Integrity EssentialExperienceCurrent first aid certificate Desirable
Related Documents
JDSchool_Transport_Mechanic_and_Driver_JD 13.05.25.docx Download
Safeguarding Information
Dovecote School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
Dovecote School is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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