Contract: Part time, 24 hours per fortnight, job share Salary: £7342.32 actual. (£27,168.00 FTE - Grade 2) Location: Northampton High School, Newport Pagnell Road, Hardingstone, NN4 6UU Closing date: Friday 22 May at midday, although we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be appointed, so please do apply early We are pioneers in girls’ education and aim to reshape the future of learning itself. We empower our girls to believe in themselves and value the positive contribution they can make to the world. Join our progressive and evolving team, where we work together to promote and enable this ambitious and aspirational cultural, take on the challenge of ensuring we have the right systems in place to support our schools. What you’ll be doing At Northampton High School, we run a fleet of minibuses and MPVs to ensure our girls are safely and comfortably transported to and from school. We are looking for a minibus driver to join our professional and conscientious team. You will work 24 hours per fortnight, term time only, as part of a job share. The shift patterns are as follows: 06:45 - 08:30 and then 15:15 - 17:25, plus fueling and washing of the bus What skills and experience you’ll bring to the role ● A valid Cat D1 classification on your driving licence plus an acceptable driving record ● Have/be prepared to take the MIDAS qualification ● The ability to react calmly in emergency situations ● Over 21 years of age ● Have/be prepared to take a suitable First Aid qualification ● Maintaining good customer relations with parents and the school and contributing to a good atmosphere on the bus For any questions about the role, please see the application instructions for contact information. Who we are The Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST) is the UK’s leading group of 23 independent girls’ schools and two academies across England and Wales. We educate around 19,000 students and employ 4,000 staff, all united for a shared purpose: to help girls learn without limits, so they can go on to lead lives without limits and make the world a better place for us all. The organisation’s values serve as guiding principles: We put girls first We think and act fearlessly We embrace a forward-thinking mindset that shapes the educational offer for girls We are a family of schools We provide careers that are fulfilling and purposeful for our staff As recognised global leaders in girls’ education, we combine 153 years of expertise and experience with a progressive and pace-setting vision for the future. We are dedicated to giving our students the tools to thrive, offering them access to innovative educational practices, excellent facilities, and an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued. Why join us As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as: Competitive salaries and pay progression Access to extensive professional development opportunities Training grants for qualifications A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools Generous pension schemes Free life assurance benefit Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans A Cycle to Work scheme Competitive terms and conditions of employment There are many other good reasons to work with us. Each of our schools and our Trust Office has its own sense of community, and you’ll be part of it. You’ll be in the company of some of the best and brightest people in independent education. Most importantly, no matter what your role, you’ll be playing a major part in the highly regarded education we give our girls. Our commitment The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change. We want every colleague to feel valued, respected and supported, and we actively welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We are equally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must therefore be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.