School Bus Driver: Safe, Caring Student Transport (Sydney)

Redfern Jarjum College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Redfern Jarjum College is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to safely transport students within the Sydney area and on excursions. You will interact with students, parents and staff, supporting well-being and pastoral care in a dynamic school environment.

The role requires early morning and afternoon shifts, driving a bus with a focus on safety and reliability. Applicants should possess a current Australian Driver Licence, preferably MR, be at least 25, medically fit, and have a clean driving

Qualifications

• Be at least 25 years of age.
• Hold a current Australian Driver Licence with at least three years of experience.
• Must be medically fit to drive and supervise students.
• Be a safe driver with a good driving record.
• Medium Rigid Licence is desirable but not essential.
• Experience working with children and/or families is beneficial.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Collect children daily and return them home; morning shift 7am–9am.
• Return students to home or after-school program 3pm–5pm.
• Plan efficient bus routes as new children enrol.
• Manage bus phone and maintain contact with parents and school.
• Keep school admin information up to date for pick up/drop off.
• Liaise with families, deliver messages and information as required.
• Return bus to secure parking and perform basic maintenance checks.
• Organise bus cleaning and handle fuel card receipts.
• Ensure fuel card receipts are filed and kept secure.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication

Time management

Student support

Education

Australian Driver Licence

Medium Rigid Licence (MR) desirable

Job description

Redfern Jarjum College is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to safely transport students within the Sydney area and on excursions. You will interact with students, parents and staff, supporting well-being and pastoral care in a dynamic school environment.

The role requires early morning and afternoon shifts, driving a bus with a focus on safety and reliability. Applicants should possess a current Australian Driver Licence, preferably MR, be at least 25, medically fit, and have a clean driving