Home-to-School Driver

Blenheim Schools; Leeds; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Blenheim Schools is seeking a reliable Home-to-School Driver to join our transport team at Huddersfield Grammar School. You will ensure a safe, punctual service for students each morning and afternoon on term-time schedules.

This permanent role offers part-time hours across 20 per week, with shifts from 6.45am to 8.45am and 3.45pm to 5.45pm. You will represent the school within the community, supporting students and families daily.

Qualifications

• Valid PSV/PCV Category D1 licence required.
• Full UK driving licence held for at least 24 months.
• Current Driver CPC qualification.
• Friendly, approachable and able to communicate with adults and students.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work split shifts.
• Adaptable, organised and safety-focused.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school on designated routes.
• Complete daily vehicle inspections and defect reporting.
• Follow planned routes and maintain safety and procedures.
• Maintain passenger registers and transport records.
• Support vehicle maintenance scheduling.
• Represent the school as a professional ambassador.

Skills

PSV/PCV D1 Licence

Full UK driving licence

Driver CPC qualification

Communication skills

Job description

Join a Community where Relationships Drive Success

Job Title: Home-to-School Driver
Location: Huddersfield Grammar, Luck Lane, Huddersfield, HD1 4QX
Salary: Up to £13,312 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Hours: 20 hours per week | Monday to Friday |6.45am - 8.45am & 15.45pm -17.45pm)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: October 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the School

We are a highly successful independent school in Yorkshire, providing a future-facing curriculum for the next generation of leaders. Our academic results are exceptional, with a focus on student wellbeing and character development at the heart of all we do.

Set in beautiful grounds, we provide children from ages 3-16 a caring, supportive environment in which to learn. Children are inspired from the very beginning of their educational journey in Nursery and Reception, and this continues right through the Pre-Preparatory, Preparatory and Senior School.

Huddersfield Grammar School offers academic stretch and an enviable co-curricular programme. We are renowned for our rich vein of kindness and inclusivity. We encourage our students to work hard, aspire to high academic standards and we delight in watching them become fully-rounded members of the school and community.

Role Purpose

We're looking for a reliable, professional and friendly Home to School Driver to join our transport team at Huddersfield Grammar School.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and takes pride in delivering a safe, dependable service. As one of the first people our students see each day, you'll play an important role in creating a positive experience for students and families while representing the school in the local community.

Working during term time, you'll help ensure our transport service operates safely, efficiently and in full compliance with transport regulations, providing peace of mind to parents and a smooth journey for our students.

What you will be doing

• Safely transport students to and from school on designated routes.
• Complete daily vehicle inspections, defect reporting and required transport records.
• Follow planned routes and ensure journeys are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with school procedures.
• Maintain accurate passenger registers and transport administration.
• Support the upkeep and scheduling of vehicle maintenance and servicing requirements.
• Act as a professional ambassador for the school, building positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.

What you will bring

• A confident and experienced driver with a valid PSV/PCV Category D1 Licence required.
• In possession of a full UK driving licence, held for at least 24 months.
• A holder of a current Driver CPC qualification.
• Friendly, approachable and able to communicate effectively with both adults and students.
• Reliable, punctual and comfortable working split shifts.
• Adaptable, organised and committed to maintaining high standards of safety and customer service.

About Blenheim Schools

Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive.

We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.

Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and by a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

We are proud to be part of Outcomes First Schools, which in 2025 was officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year.