Mini Bus Driver

Aspire People; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An education agency is seeking a mini-bus driver in West Midlands. Candidates must have a full clean driving licence and be willing to obtain an enhanced child workforce DBS. Responsibilities include safely transporting children, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, and ensuring comfort during travel. The position requires adherence to health and safety guidelines and attendance at training courses such as the Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme (MiDAS). Hours are temporary and specific during school hours.

Qualifications

• Must have a full clean driving licence to drive a mini-bus.
• Willingness to undergo DBS checks and training.
• Ability to work within specified hours.

Responsibilities

• Drive school minibuses in a safe manner.
• Ensure comfort and safety of children.
• Perform daily vehicle checks.
• Report vehicle defects and accidents.
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicles.
• Keep accurate records of vehicle usage.
• Attend relevant training courses including MiDAS.

Skills

Full clean driving licence

Experience with children

Basic vehicle maintenance

Job description

Are you a fully licenced driver looking for work as a mini‑bus driver?

It is NECESSARY that applicants have a full clean licence and the qualification to drive a mini bus.

You MUST BE willing to work on a TEMPORARY basis and between the hours of 7.30-8.45 MONDAY to THURSDAY and 7.30-8.45 and 1-4 on FRIDAY.

Responsibilities

• Drive the school minibuses in a safe and responsible manner.
• Ensure the safety, comfort and welfare of the children on the minibus.
• Carry out daily and weekly vehicle checks and carry out basic maintenance.
• Report any vehicle defects, faults, incidents and accidents.
• Be responsible for the cleanliness of vehicles, inside and out and ensure the vehicle is in a clean and roadworthy condition before and after use.
• Refuel vehicles as required.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle usage.
• Maintain accurate records of the children using the service each day.
• Maintain and help to promote a good school image while driving the minibus.
• Work within health and safety guidelines and other guidelines that may be issued from time to time.
• Plan alternative road routes to and from school when necessary and keep parents informed of any changes.
• Attend relevant training courses as identified and agreed, including Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme (MiDAS) training.

YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO FULLY REGISTER WITH US INCLUDING PROVIDING RIGHT TO WORK DOCUMENTS ALONG WITH OBTAINING AN ENHANCED CHILD WORKFORCE DBS THAT WILL BE PROCESSED BY US BUT COME AT A COST OF £56 (UNLESS YOU ALREADY HAVE ONE REGISTERED ON THE UPDATE SERVICE). PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE ABLE TO DO THIS.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.