School / OOSHC Bus Driver

Mid North Coast Community College Limited; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a growing organisation that is dedicated to enhancing specialist education in Port Macquarie by becoming a Bus Driver for the Afternoon OOSHC program. This role provides a rewarding opportunity to work with primary school children, ensuring their safe transport to and from school while supporting a positive learning environment. Flexibility in hours and additional opportunities during holidays make this an appealing position for dedicated professionals!

Qualifications

• Must possess a current LR or MR driver's licence.
• Experience in driving and working with children.
• Must have or be willing to obtain a First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Transport students daily from school to the centre and to excursions.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bus and report maintenance requirements.
• Support information collection for evaluating wellbeing programs.

Skills

Guiding children

Strong work ethic

Independence

Education

Light Rigid (LR) or Medium Rigid (MR) driver's licence

First Aid certification

Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)

Job description

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Join an organisation that is changing the landscape of specialist education as we enter an exciting growth phase.

Working with Mid North Coast Community College (MNCCC) offers a unique opportunity to further the success of our special assistance school in Port Macquarie.

Our OOSHC provides a fun and tailored program for primary school children each afternoon within school terms.

Primary Purpose of Role

The Bus Driver is a vital member of the team.

The College is seeking an experienced and qualified bus driver to join its transport team for the afternoon OOSHC school run.

This position is for a minimum of 10 hours per week, with 2 hours per afternoon from 2.30pm to 4.30pm during school terms, and optional extra hours available for events during school holidays.

This opportunity is for an immediate start, five days per week.

The successful applicant must possess a strong work ethic, experience in guiding children, and a proven ability to think and work independently.

A Light Rigid (LR) driver's licence or a Medium Rigid (MR) driver's licence is desirable.

The successful applicant must hold a NSW Working with Children Check and fully support the ethos of the College.

Key accountabilities

• Transport students daily from school to the centre, plus excursions and optional excursions during school holidays, in accordance with our code of practice and operating policies and procedures.
• Support information collection processes to allow others to evaluate and provide feedback on school-based wellbeing programs and strategies.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bus and report maintenance requirements.

Current driver's licence (LR or MR preferred or willing to obtain).

Commitment to our inclusive wellbeing policies.

Valid and current Working With Children Check (WWCC).

First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Bus drivers and general assistants are remunerated for school terms, with additional pay during scheduled projects in non-term time.

Negotiable start date, subject to notice period, reporting to the Children's Educational Services Manager.

The application process is ongoing. We reserve the right to appoint at any time. Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter as soon as possible to avoid the position expiring before the closing date, 25th June at 5pm AEST.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Do you have a heavy vehicle driver's licence?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a bus driver?
• Which of the following First Aid certifications do you currently hold?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

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