Driver

Hartpury University and College; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

LGPS pension

Employee discounts

Onsite fitness facilities

CPD support

Flexible working

Maternity/paternity leave

EV salary sacrifice

Campus events

Free shuttle bus

Job summary

Hartpury University and College is seeking a Driver to safely transport students to and from designated collection points, adhering to timetables. The role involves daily vehicle checks, maintaining clean, roadworthy vehicles, and reporting any issues.

A CPC card and PCV entitlement are required, with a clean D1 license essential for service delivery. The position runs Monday to Friday, 6.30am to 6.30pm, 37 weeks per year, offering a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to

Qualifications

• Full, clean driving licence with D1 and PCV entitlement.
• Valid Driver CPC card is required or training provided.
• Experience in a passenger transport role is preferred.
• Commitment to safeguarding and passenger welfare.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from designated collection points according to timetables.
• Ensure safety, comfort and wellbeing of passengers at all times.
• Carry out routine vehicle inspections and report defects.
• Maintain vehicles in clean, roadworthy condition and refuel as needed.
• Act as a professional ambassador for the organisation.

Skills

Full D1 Licence

PCV Entitlement

Driver CPC

Student Transport Experience

Safety Awareness

Reliability

Punctuality

Professional Demeanour

Job description

Driver

£14,685 - £15,608 per annum

Between approximately 6.30am and 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, 37 weeks per year

Permanent

About the Role

• Safely transport students to and from designated collection points, adhering to agreed timetables for morning and evening routes.
• Ensure the safety, comfort, and wellbeing of all passengers at all times.
• Conduct routine daily and weekly vehicle inspections, reporting any issues and carrying out basic maintenance as required.
• Maintain vehicles to a high standard of cleanliness and roadworthiness, both internally and externally.
• Promptly report vehicle defects, faults, incidents, and accidents to the appropriate transport or maintenance personnel.
• Refuel vehicles as required and ensure they are ready for operational use.
• Act as a positive ambassador for the organisation, maintaining a professional image and excellent standards of conduct while operating branded vehicles.

About You

• Hold a full, clean driving licence with D1 and PCV entitlement.
• Possess a valid Driver CPC card (training can be provided if required).
• Demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding and its importance within an educational environment.
• Have experience in a similar driving or passenger transport role.
• Be committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and passenger welfare.
• Have excellent reliability, punctuality, and time management skills.
• Display a professional and approachable manner when interacting with students, colleagues, and members of the public.

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, launching in 2026
• Free entry to seasonal events on campus
• Access to a free shuttle bus (Gloucester routes)

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK's leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing . Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality ( The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 ) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. Our passionate, innovative business culture and strong support networks make Hartpury an exceptional place to develop professionally and progress your career.

At Hartpury, we're committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace - a place where we can all be ourselves and everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively welcome applications from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities and disabled candidates. We offer an interview to any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria for the role. We'll also ensure fair treatment and provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process for anyone who needs them. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity,

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 6 th September 2026.

Interviews will be held on w/c 14 th September 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. To avoid missing the opportunity to apply, we encourage candidates to submit their applications at their earliest convenience.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.