Job Description

Minibus Drivers for our daily service from Derwent Valley (Consett) and Wearside (East Herrington)

Newcastle High School for Girls, Tankerville Terrace, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 3BA

Vacancies available to start from as soon as possible

D1 Licence would be an advantage, however Minibus driven (initially) will be a 9-seater, which does not require the D1 Licence.

Salary: 13.94 per hour

Working hours: Approximately 15-18 hours per week - split shift. Approx. 7.00 a.m. - 8.45 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. - 5.15 p.m. term time only (176 days per year)

Ad hoc

additional hours may also be available from time to time

The application process must be completed via our online portal. Please copy the link below and paste into your browser: -

https://my.corehr.com/pls/gdstrecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobspec?p_id=043547

Alternatively you can visit the school website where you can find the link to the HR Portal

- https://newcastlehigh.gdst.net/vacancies/

Newcastle High School for Girls, the North East's leading independent girls' day school, seeks to appoint two new members of our school transport team, to drive one of our fleet of school minibuses to deliver the school's daily morning and afternoon transport services from Derwent Valley and Wearside. Ideally, we are looking for applications from anyone in the South Tyneside area, however, this is not an essential requirement and applicants from other locations will be considered. Some additional driving duties may be required on an ad hoc basis, but the core hours are a daily split shift during term time only.

Our minibus driving team works under the direction of the School Transport Manager to drive any of the school's modern fleet of minibuses to transport pupils, staff and visitors as required. Our drivers work closely with the chaperone allocated to their daily service to provide a courteous, friendly service for our pupils and parents. Additionally, transport support for trips, sports fixtures and high-profile school events such as open days, fairs and parents' evenings may be required from time to time. A category D or D1 (without restrictions) driving licence is advantageous but not essential at this point, further training to obtain this licence may be made available to the successful candidate.

About the School

NHSG is the leading independent girls' school in the North East. Our girls are ambitious, bright, enthusiastic and eager to learn and we offer a warm and supportive community. As part of the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST), the UK's leading family of independent girls' schools and academies, we can offer a variety of benefits, including:

We offer:

Competitive rate of pay and conditions.

Membership of the GDST Flexible Pension Plan.

Access to the extensive GDST central training and development programme.

Training grants for obtaining further qualifications.

Discounted fees for children at GDST schools.

Free lunches and refreshments provided during term time.

Free parking available for school staff.

Access to retail discounts via the Pluxee App.

Access to free financial advice via the HR My Money App.

Interest free loans for travel season tickets and personal computer equipment.

Cycle to work scheme.

A great working environment, atmosphere and location.

Closing date:

1st December 2025 at 12:00 noon - although we may close the process early upon receipt of sufficient suitable applications. Interview date to be confirmed in due course.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK.

NHSG and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

NHSG and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches, and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications will be considered only from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 13.94 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 18 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/12/2025