Job Description

The school is looking to appoint a minibus driver (on a casual / zero hours contract) to work as part of our transport team. This post will report to the estates manager, with supervisory oversight from the transport co-ordinator. The estates department is made up of a grounds team, maintenance team, caretaking team and transport team.

Our minibus drivers support the school by transporting pupils and staff locally, regionally and sometimes nationally for a range of activities. Driving work is required at the weekend and in the evenings as well as during the school day. We have a small bank of minibus drivers; driving jobs are offered to the team and shared between them considering individual availability.

As well as the driving responsibilities outlined here, the post holder may also be required to assist the estates department more broadly. This may involve:

Car parking and marshalling of traffic for large events During school holiday periods, assisting with maintenance or estates duties Assisting with porterage duties and moving furniture or other items around the school site Driving pupils and staff to and from sports fixtures, educational visits and other school activities. Conducting routine administrative journeys such as the transport of visitors, deliveries and collections. Maintaining order and security on the minibus and adhering to all laws, regulations and code of conduct. Interacting with parents and members of the public in a courteous and respectful manner. This could include receiving complaints about schedules and levels and quality of service. The drivers must make note of, report on, and respond to any such complaints. Ensuring that the minibus is kept clean and in good condition, including, but not limited to: Cleaning of the bus, both inside and out - as required Ensuring signs inside the bus are properly attached and in good condition Conducting regular visual inspection of the vehicle such as checking of tyres, lights, oil, water, fuel. Ensuring that any maintenance work required is communicated immediately to the transport co-ordinator. Adhering to all school policies including Safeguarding and Health and Safety guidelines for minibus drivers. If necessary, operating the school's daily bus routes, collecting children from school/pick up points along the route.
This is a part time casual (zero-hours contract) position. There are no normal hours of work. It is expected that work will be available throughout the 34 weeks of St Swithun's term time and occasionally during the school holidays. There is a requirement that those on casual contracts at St Swithun's work at least once every three months; this is a policy decision with regard to Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The hourly rate for minibus drivers is currently 12.56 per hour. You will also receive an annual leave payment of 1.52 for every hour worked.

Enhanced rates are paid at time and a half for Saturday work and double time on Sundays, Bank Holidays or overnight. For overnight stays there is also an overnight on-call allowance.

The school offers a range of benefits, which may include:

Generous contributory pension scheme Free membership of the school swimming pool and free or heavily subsidised access to a range of activities on site including yoga, Pilates and strength and conditioning. Discount on school fees Refreshments whilst working, and free meals when on duty Access to an employee assistance programme
The closing date for applications is 9am, Tuesday 26 August. Further information about the role and how to apply can be found on St Swithun's vacancies page.

"St Swithun's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

All staff are expected to share and support this commitment, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service."

Pay: 12.56 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 26/08/2025