Job Description

Minibus Driver

10 hours per week/Term Time Only

Salary 6,104 per annum

Required from September 2025

Gateway Central Services is seeking to appoint a Minibus Driver to operate a regular School route to collect pupils from Oakfield Academy, Sylvia Crescent, Totton and bring them to The Romsey School, Greatbridge Road, Romsey.

The role will require you to work a spilt shift - 2 hours per day, Monday to Friday - mornings (8am to 9am) and afternoons (2.45pm to 3.45pm).

This role involves transporting students to and from school in a minibus, carrying out daily vehicle checks to ensure the vehicle is clean and roadworthy and refueling the vehicle as required. Working within health and safety guidelines and maintaining accurate records of students using the service is essential to the role. Attendance is required at any relevant training courses.

Additional adhoc driving hours may be available during the day including school trips and sporting fixtures.

The successful candidate will:

Have experience in a similar role; Hold a valid UK driving licence; Hold a MIDAS certificate (although training is provided if you do not already have this); Have D1 on their licence which is desirable, but not essential; Hold a First aid certificate (although training is provided if you do not already have this); Be reliable and a good timekeeper; Safely transport students on a designated route to and from school Hold responsibility for the safeguarding of students; Ensuring the safety of all students travelling on the minibus and to ensure all are wearing seat belts Advising the COO of any issue occurring on the minibus during transporting of students or any damage after a drive Conduct the required vehicle safety checks before and after use. Ensure the designated minibus has adequate fuel to complete each journey and enough should the minibus be needed during the day by the school. Keep the inside of the designated minibus clean and tidy. Promote and represent the school in a positive manner. Work collaboratively with all members of The Gateway Trust community;

In return, The Gateway Central Services will provide you with:

A Competitive Salary A Nest pension scheme Free Enhanced DBS check (this will be applied for) On-site, free staff car parking
If you are interested in this position, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to interview exceptional applicants before the closing date.

Apply Now

Apply via this link -

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/326212863/EDV-2025-GCS-69073

CVs are not accepted.

Closing Date:

Midday, 22nd August 2025

Interview Date:

TBC

The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 6,104.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 22/08/2025
Reference ID: LSA0925