Flexible School Bus Driver for Students

Salford City Academy

Manchester

On-site

GBP 15,000 - 19,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Salford City Academy in Manchester is seeking a Casual School Minibus Driver to provide safe, reliable transport for students. The role supports attendance, wellbeing and participation in academy life through timely transport to school and activities.

The postholder will carry out driving/escort duties, perform vehicle checks, ensure seat and wheelchair restraints, and maintain passenger safety with a commitment to safeguarding and road safety at all times.

Responsibilities

To be responsible for carrying out driving /escort duties
To work co-operatively with all disciplines of staff
To be responsible for carrying out vehicle checks before driving and report any problems to the school office.
To be responsible for ensuring that the required number of seats are in place and secure, and that the necessary wheelchair restraints are available for the planned journey.
To be responsible for the welfare, safety and comfort of passengers at all times, and to offer assistance where appropriate.
To be responsible for returning vehicle keys at the school office or to leave them as advised if outside office hours.
To be responsible for the correct use of safety and security equipment in accordance with the instructions given, and the wearing of safety clothing.
To undertake appropriate training when necessary, in consultation with the other staff, e.g. Safeguarding, MIDAS, Manual Handling
To be responsible for the cleanliness of the interior of the vehicle you are driving.
Not to drive any vehicle or use any equipment unless fully trained and confident.
To supply a copy of your driving licence every 6 months on request, and to immediately advise Salford City Academy of any changes or endorsements to your licence.
To be responsible for ensuring that all passengers, including yourself, wear a seat belt at all times.
To hold a current First Aid qualification, or be willing to undertake First Aid training, and to provide appropriate first aid support to students in accordance with school procedures and training received.