Academy Mini Bus Driver

Barnsley Football Club; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a mini bus driver to join a vibrant academy environment. This role involves supporting the transport of staff and players to various games, ensuring the smooth operation of match days, and managing equipment logistics. Ideal candidates will possess a valid driving licence and experience with minibuses, especially in a sports context. The role emphasizes safeguarding standards, making it perfect for those passionate about youth sports. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence and safety in a dynamic football setting.

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence is essential for the role.
• Experience with transporting minors is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Transport staff and players to academy games and events.
• Manage kit and equipment during transport.

Skills

Driving Licence

Minibus Driving Experience

Transporting Minors

First Aid Qualification

Experience in Sports Environment

Job description

An opportunity has been created for a mini bus driver to join the academy on a casual basis from July 2025. The successful candidates will be responsible for:

1. Working within the Academy to support the transport of staff and players to games in the academy programme.
2. Supporting match day operations for away games across the U9 - U18 games programme.
3. Supporting midweek operations to cover games within the academy programme.
4. Ensuring kit and equipment are managed for away games and between sites while driving.
5. Being available to support the travel of players during midweek in the daytime when required across club Doncaster sites.
6. Abiding by club transport policies.
7. Working to all safeguarding standards when transporting staff and players, ensuring excellent knowledge of safeguarding practices.

About The Candidate

Qualifications:

1. Valid Driving Licence.
2. Experience of driving minibuses up to 16-passengers.
3. Experience of transporting minors / school age children.
4. First aid at work qualification.
5. Experience of operating in a sport or football environment (desirable).

About The Club

Please be aware that a criminal disclosure and identity check will be carried out on the successful applicant prior to any offer of employment, in line with Club Doncaster’s safeguarding culture and procedures.

Club Doncaster is committed to ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding. We are an equal opportunities employer and are keen to hear from all persons who feel that this would be the right role for them.