Job Description

We are seeking to appoint a Minibus Driver to join us as soon as possible. The successful candidate will ensure the safety and security of students during their morning and afternoon commutes, being responsible for creating a safe environment by maintaining high standards of behaviour within the minibus, enforcing essential safety rules and protocols to minimise the risk of accidents and incidents.

The successful candidate will hold a full clean UK D1 driving license, have a basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance, good interpersonal skills including being able to communicate with people at different levels, be friendly, approachable, reliable and punctual.

Start date: As soon as possible

Hours: 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 3 hours per day:

Morning: 7.00am - 8.30am (1.5 hours) Afternoon: 3.00pm - 4.30pm (1.5 hours) Term-time only.
There may be the option for a job share.

Salary: 31,022 FTE, pro-rated to 10,360 per annum.

Terms: This is fixed-term until 31 August 2026 due to funding and operational requirements. There is a possibility that the position may continue beyond this date, subject to funding and need for the next academic year.

To apply, click apply now and complete our application form by the closing date of Sunday 18th January 2026.

Please note CV's cannot be accepted.

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date.

Further details about the role, including the person specification and responsibilities can be found in the (attached on the external website - click Apply Now).

Benefits

Secure and competitive pension

Access to a cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Free access to Westfield Health, Healthy Extras providing:

24/7 telephone access to a practising UK GP

24 Hour Advice & Information Line (including structured counselling sessions)

Eldercare Advice

Discounts and offers at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and destinations

Gym discounts

Further information:

Hanley Castle is situated in an idyllic rural location, but with easy access to Worcester, Hereford, Cheltenham and Gloucester.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Online searches are now undertaken on all shortlisted candidates, for safeguarding suitability, as part of the due diligence.

References are obtained, before interview wherever possible, which include specific enquiries about the applicant's background in relation to safeguarding.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: 16.08 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme On-site parking
Work Location: In person