Job Description

Job Summary

Main Purpose of the Role

To support the effective day-to-day running of the school's transport operations by supervising minibus drivers, ensuring safe and timely pupil transport, and assisting with fleet management.


This role includes a combination of supervisory responsibilities and driving duties, with an emphasis on safety, efficiency and clear communication.

General Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee daily transport operations, including scheduling and coordination of minibus drivers. Support logistical planning for school trips, sports fixtures, and off-site activities. Supervise the accurate records of transport activities, including journey logs, pupil attendance, fuel usage, and incident reports. Liaise with teaching, administrative, and support staff to meet transport requirements. Assist with managing driver rotas, absences, and vehicle allocations. Support emergency transport arrangements and safeguarding procedures as needed. Promote and uphold a high standard of health and safety practices across all transport operations. Undertake driving duties as required. Any other reasonable management request.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have experience in the following areas:


Essential


Previous experience in transport operations or fleet supervision. A valid UK driving licence (category D1 preferred). Strong organisational and communication skills. Ability to supervise and support a small team effectively. Reliable, punctual and safety conscious. Calm, professional and able to handle emergencies or incidents confidentially.

Desirable


Experience as a School Bus Driver or in an educational transport setting. First Aid or MIDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme) training.

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 5.00pm with a 60-minute unpaid lunch break (40 hours per week). This role may require occasional evening and weekend work to attend events (e.g Open Mornings) and to address transport issues as they arise.

Remuneration

A salary in the range of 33,000 - 35,000 per annum will be offered to reflect the individual's skills and experience.

Holidays

23 days, plus bank holidays increasing to 28 days plus bank holidays after 2 years of service.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme. Life Cover is provided whilst working at Brighton College after successfully passing probation period. Complimentary lunch is provided. Free tickets to the College's music, dance and drama performances. Job specific learning and development programme available to all employees. Employee benefit and discount platform.

Wellbeing

Subsidised gym membership for the School of Science and Sport is available, which includes access to yoga and Pilates classes, meditation sessions and use of the gym and swimming pool. Personalised health and wellbeing consultations. Generous sickness policy. Access to books, magazines and DVDs from the College Library. Comprehensive wellbeing package.

Category

Support Staff


(Support Staff)

Vacancy Type

Permanent/Full Time

Salary

A salary in the range of 33,000 - 35,000 per annum will be offered to reflect the individual's skills and experience.