Atkinson Road Primary Academy are seeking to appoint a Minibus Driver to start as soon as possible and support term time 17.5 hours per week. Actual hours of work to be discussed. Salary £24,309 FTE £9,666 Actual
We are looking for someone with the following:
* Hold a current and valid driving licence D1 unrestricted or a PCV licence, D1 restricted (car licence obtained prior to 01/01/1997) considered.
* Minimum age of 21 years.
* Minimum of two years driving experience.
Atkinson Road Primary Academy, part of the Laidlaw Schools Trust is a vibrant, warm and welcoming place catering for pupils aged two years to eleven years. We are unique in that we have children coming from countries all around the world to work, play and learn together and together we make our school an exciting place to be in the centre of our amazing Benwell community. We are looking for someone with drive, passion and a desire for nothing but the best for our pupils.
At Laidlaw Schools Trust we appreciate the amazing work that our people do every day and like to reward our staff through benefits that are mentally, physically and financially rewarding. To see a complete list of our benefits please visit:
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Closing Date: 12.00pm Monday 6 October 2025
Interview date to be confirmed
We are an equal opportunities employer strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their commitment to children's safeguarding. All successful appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a range of other pre-employment recruitment checks.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £24,309.00 per year
Expected hours: 17.5 per week
Work Location: In person