Job Description

The Role

The postholder will be responsible for the safe and punctual collection of pupils from surrounding villages each morning and return journeys in the evening. The Minibus Driver plays a key part in ensuring pupils' safety and wellbeing during transport and acts as a visible and approachable representative of the School. This role requires an individual who is a confident and competent driver, punctual, responsible, and has a warm and professional manner.

20 hours per week, term time only:

Monday to Friday mornings: 7am - 9am and 5pm-7pm

Duties

? Operate School minibuses along designated routes to collect and return pupils safely and on time, during the week in the mornings and evenings.

? Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any issues promptly to the Transport Manager.

? Ensure pupils adhere to safety procedures while on board, including the use of seatbelts.

? Maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of the minibus.

? Attend scheduled training and staff meetings when required.

? Represent the School in a courteous and professional manner when dealing with pupils, parents, and staff.

? Additional hours for additional pay if transporting pupils for school trips.

Essential Competencies:

? Full UK driving licence with D1 entitlement obtained through passing the D1 driving test (Please note: Kingham Hill School cannot accept D1 (restricted) licences gained automatically before January 1997. Training to obtain a full D1 licence may be provided for suitable candidates, subject to a training cost repayment agreement over three years.)

? Confident and safe driving ability (to be assessed on site)

? Friendly, cheerful, and professional attitude.

? Patience and the ability to relate positively to young people.

? Punctual, dependable, and flexible approach to working hours.

? Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Competencies:

? Successful Completion of MiDAS minibus training course.

? Experience of driving a minibus or other large passenger vehicle.

? Previous commercial or school driving experience.

Terms and Conditions

? 5.6 weeks holiday to be taken in school holidays.

? Employee Assistance Programme

? Free lunch when kitchen operational

? Free onsite parking

? Use of the gym and swimming pool, at specified times

? Company sick pay entitlement

? Company pensions contributions

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free flu jabs Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:

Category D1 Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/09/2025