Casual Minibus Driver at Sharnbrook Academy

The Martin Bacon Academy; Bedford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Meridian Trust is advertising a Casual Minibus Driver role to transport students safely and efficiently in line with academy policies and road safety regulations. The position is offered on a casual contract with flexible hours, aimed at supporting our school transport needs.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a safe driving approach, reliability, punctuality, and strong communication while safeguarding children and maintaining professionalism in all situations.

Qualifications

• Safe and responsible approach to driving.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Can remain calm and professional in all situations.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely and efficiently in line with academy policies and road safety regulations.

Skills

Safe driving

Reliability

Punctuality

Flexibility

Communication

Safeguarding

Calm under pressure

Job description

About this Role

Vacancy for Casual Minibus Driver

Salary: Meridian Trust Grade 3, Points 3

Hours: Casual Contract

As a Casual Minibus Driver, you will be responsible for transporting students safely and efficiently, ensuring journeys are conducted in line with Academy policies and all relevant road safety regulations.

The ideal candidate

• Has a safe and responsible approach to driving
• Is reliable, punctual, and flexible
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Can remain calm and professional in all situations

About Meridian Trust -

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher's pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

Closing date for applications: 06/10/2026

Interviews will be held on: 12/10/2026

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.