ABOUT BOSWORTH INDEPENDENT SCHOOL
Bosworth Independent School is a relatively small school of approximately 300 students. This enables us to offer a supportive family atmosphere, where students and staff can enjoy their work and thrive as valued people and professionals. Our ethos is one that believes in the importance of the individual and celebrates success regardless of the level. Students come from a wide variety of countries and are motivated and aspirational, mostly aiming for Russell Group and Oxbridge.
JOB OVERVIEW
Full-time (40 Hours)
We are looking for someone that can support the school in transporting students on a designated route to and from school in our 9 seater minibus. In addition, the role will support the site team during the remaining working hours and out of term time to maintain the high standards that we possess. The position will provide skilled support in general maintenance, repairs, health and safety compliance, and site security, ensuring the school environment is welcoming and conducive to teaching and learning.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
To drive minibuses as and when required, by mutual arrangement, collecting students from home addresses or specific pick-up points and delivering to school
sites
To liaise with parents regarding absence, delays or changes to the expected route
Manage behaviour on the bus ensuring pupils are adhering to safety expectations
To carry out pre journey checks on the vehicle driven, reporting any concerns
To complete and record student registers, mileage and timings
To check vehicle for lost property at the end of each journey and to keep vehicle clean and tidy at all times
To undertake training and continued CPD for D1 and CPC requirements
To ensure the safety of pupils and employees at all times. Ensure excellent customer service, courtesy and promptness is delivered consistently to students, staff, guests, and the public.
Carry out a wide range of general repairs and maintenance tasks across the school (carpentry, plumbing, painting, decorating, furniture assembly, etc.).
Undertake planned preventative maintenance schedules to reduce breakdowns and ensure longevity of school facilities.
Report and escalate larger-scale repairs or specialist works as required.
Respond to an update the ticket system for responsive repairs
.Work in a rota where you will be on call once every 4 weeks.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
* Ability to work using own initiative
* Able to follow instructions and adhere to processes
* Ability to work within timeframes
* Strong awareness of hygiene and cleanliness.
Personal Attributes
* Friendly, reliable, and punctual.
* Flexible and adaptable to business needs and shift patterns.
* Strong awareness of hygiene and cleanliness.
* Professional presentation and a warm, welcoming manner.
* The role may involve standing/walking for extended periods and lifting items.
* Reasonable adjustments will be made for candidates with disabilities.
Desirable Attributes
* First Aid and Health & Safety training (including COSHH).
* Previous experience in an educational/facilities environment
BENEFITS
Cycle to work Scheme
Tech Scheme
Car Scheme
Free flu vaccine through Healthshield
Free eye tests
Financial wellbeing support via WageStream
Employee Assistance Programme
Group income protection
GP24: GP Access for all
Health Cash Plan
Death in Service
Long service awards
Employee referral scheme
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
ABOUT CATS GLOBAL SCHOOLS (CGS)
CATS Global Schools is a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers.
With a history dating back to 1899, but a focus on the future, our group brings together 16 institutions comprising independent boarding schools, an Arts University College, English language schools and a variety of summer programmes in the UK, US, Canada, and China.
Each year, we provide 18,000 students around the globe with the education they need to develop real-life skills for the future. We are dedicated to academic excellence and our students benefit from our well-developed links to over 40 top global universities.
We create a positive learning environment where every student is empowered to make a contribution to shape their world. This is made possible because of the commitment of our pioneering, persevering people who do the very best for our students.
OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY
We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. Building on our core values Pioneering, Persevering, People We pledge to deliver a series of events, guest speakers and focus groups to make CATS Global Schools and employer of choice for all.
SAFEGUARDING
CGS is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. As such, appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks which may include social media.