Bus Driver (Term Time Only)

Inspired Education Group; North Sydney Council; Sur place; AUD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Inspired Education Group in North Sydney is seeking a Bus Driver for term-time operations to transport students and staff between Reddam House North Shore campuses and approved destinations. This permanent, Monday-to-Friday role runs roughly 6:30am–5:00pm during school terms, with occasional evenings or weekends for events.

You will perform daily vehicle checks, maintain cleanliness, ensure safety and compliance with NSW regulations, and represent the school with professionalism.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated safe and compliant bus driving skills and knowledge of road safety and NSW transport regulations.
• Ability to conduct vehicle inspections and report safety concerns promptly.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, coordinating schedules and vehicle compliance.
• Effective communication with students, parents, staff and leadership.
• Calm and responsive under pressure; manage emergencies appropriately.
• Understanding of child safeguarding and duty of care responsibilities.

Responsabilités

• Safely transport students and staff on daily school routes, excursions and events.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of students while in transit and maintain duty of care.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks and report issues.
• Maintain bus cleanliness and presentability through regular cleaning.
• Coordinate registrations, inspections and servicing to ensure compliance.
• Transport school equipment and materials between campuses as required and follow all regulations.
• Uphold professional standards and report incidents or delays promptly.

Description du poste

Bus Driver (Term Time Only)

Location: North Sydney, AU

Date: 7 Oct 2026

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Bus Driver is responsible for the safe, reliable and efficient transportation of students, staff and school-related materials between Reddam House campuses, school bus routes and approved destinations.

The role ensures a high standard of student safety and wellbeing through the professional operation of school vehicles, adherence to all road safety and transport regulations, and the proactive maintenance, cleanliness and roadworthiness of the school bus fleet. The Bus Driver serves as a positive representative of the school, demonstrating professionalism, integrity and a strong commitment to providing a safe and supportive transport service for the Reddam House community.

This is a permanent role, based at Reddam House North Shore in North Sydney. The role is a Monday to Friday position - with hours ranging from / between 6:30am - 5pm - School TERM TIME ONLY

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely transport students and staff on daily school routes, excursions, events and other scheduled activities, including occasional evening and weekend work.
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing and appropriate supervision of students while in transit, maintaining duty of care, behaviour management and child safeguarding requirements.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and basic maintenance, including monitoring fuel, oil, water levels and tyre pressures, and reporting mechanical issues promptly.
• Maintain the bus in a clean, safe and presentable condition through regular interior and exterior cleaning and upkeep.
• Coordinate and monitor vehicle registrations, inspections and servicing to ensure compliance and minimise operational disruption.
• Transport school equipment, materials and correspondence between campuses and other locations as required. Comply with all road transport legislation,
• NSW driving regulations, school policies and workplace safety requirements, including the use of PPE where necessary.
• Uphold professional standards through effective communication, confidentiality, accountability, appropriate professional boundaries with students and families, and timely reporting of incidents, delays or emergencies.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Demonstrated safe and compliant bus driving skills, with strong knowledge of road safety, NSW transport regulations and defensive driving practices.
• Ability to conduct vehicle inspections, basic maintenance checks and report repairs or safety concerns promptly.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, including coordinating schedules and vehicle compliance requirements.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage professionally with students, parents, staff and leadership.
• Calm and responsive under pressure, able to manage emergencies, incidents and unexpected situations appropriately
• Sound understanding of child safeguarding, student supervision and duty of care responsibilities.
• Previous experience driving buses, coaches or passenger transport vehicles, ideally within a school environment.
• Reliable, professional and adaptable team player, committed to student safety and wellbeing.
• A current NSW MR Driver Licence, Bus Driver Authority and a strong safe driving record.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.