Job Description

Address:

Woodbridge School, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 4JJ

Salary:

12,956 per annum

Hours:

26 hours and 50 minutes per week, 34 weeks per year, term time only

Contract:

Permanent. Required as soon as possible

Reference:

0340


We require a motivated and friendly

Minibus Driver

for our Manningtree route to provide an early morning and late afternoon transport service to our pupils, as well as ensuring that the appropriate checks are carried out on the minibus prior to driving. You will be joining an already established, friendly and supportive team.


This role is offered on a contract of 26 hours and 50 minutes per week, Monday - Friday. The morning shift starts from 5:55am until 8:30am and the afternoon shift starts from 5pm - 7:35pm, Monday to Thursday, and 4pm - 6:35pm on Fridays.


Our drivers are welcome to stay after the morning shift for a complimentary breakfast served on site in the dining hall, when the dining hall is in operation. In addition, any shifts worked over lunch period are entitled to a lunch in the dining hall, when in operation.


There may be opportunities for further hours during the school day to cover student trips etc.

You will:

possess a category D, D1 licence, or PCV/CPC be able to demonstrate that they are a reliable, safe driver with a clean driving licence, ideally with appropriate driving experience be prepared to undergo a pre-employment health assessment be able to interact effectively with children and ensure their safety ideally have experience of working with young people.

About us

The Seckford Foundation is one of Suffolk's oldest charities, endowed by Thomas Seckford in 1587, with the mission to promote the education of the young and the care of older people in and around Woodbridge. The Foundation owns and operates two significant and long-standing institutions in the town, Seckford Care and Woodbridge School as well as the Seckford Theatre.

To find out more and how to apply

For more information about the school, this opportunity and to download an application pack, please visit

our website

Closing date: 1pm, 24 August 2025.

Please submit your application without delay as applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis and interviews set up accordingly.


We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.




Woodbridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).