Minibus Driver

The University Of Kent Academies Trust; Brompton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kent Academies Trust is seeking a reliable Minibus Driver to provide a safe, welcoming transport service for students across our schools. You will transport students between sites, perform routine vehicle safety checks and maintain clean, roadworthy vehicles.

You will promote safeguarding, work with the Estates Manager and act as a positive representative of the Trust, supporting wellbeing and learning opportunities for young people.

Responsibilities

• Transport students between sites and ensure on-time access to learning.
• Carry out routine vehicle safety checks and maintain vehicle cleanliness and roadworthiness.
• Promote safeguarding and health and safety, acting as a positive Trust representative.

Job description

About this Role

We are seeking a reliable and professional Minibus Driver to provide a safe, efficient and welcoming transport service for students across our Trust. Working closely with the Estates Manager and colleagues across our schools, you will play a key role in ensuring that students can access learning opportunities, educational activities and wider Trust provision safely and on time.

The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting students between sites, carrying out routine vehicle safety checks, maintaining accurate records and ensuring vehicles remain clean, roadworthy and compliant. They will promote a positive and respectful environment for passengers, demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and health and safety, and act as a positive representative of the Trust at all times.

This role would suit someone who is dependable, safety-conscious and able to work independently, with excellent driving standards and a commitment to supporting the wellbeing and success of young people.

Why Join UKAT?

We are committed to supporting the wellbeing, development and success of our staff. As part of our team, you will benefit from:

• Benenden Healthcare membership.
• Free access to wellbeing, health and counselling services.
• Free on-site parking and discounted electric vehicle charging.
• Access to our on-site gym facilities.
• Staff Thrive Days in addition to scheduled professional development days.
• Tailored professional learning pathways and trust-wide career opportunities via the UKAT Institute.
• Eye care and hearing care vouchers.
• Free annual flu vaccinations.
• Relocation packages for eligible candidates.
• Interest-free loans and travel loans.
• Excellent transport links, with London and the wider South East within easy reach, or you may benefit from the cycle to work scheme with UKAT.

Located in Medway, Kent, Brompton Academy combines high expectations with a strong sense of community. We welcome applications from colleagues at all stages of their careers who share our commitment to delivering an exceptional education for every student.
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Located in Medway, Kent, Chatham Grammar is a high-performing and inclusive school with a strong academic tradition and ambitious aspirations for every student. We welcome applications from colleagues at all stages of their careers who share our commitment to delivering an exceptional education and enriching opportunities for all learners.

UKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than an advertised date if we have received applications that meet the criteria.

The University of Kent Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). In addition, the Trust will carry out an online search, once, as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is intended to help us identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online. The selection panel will then explore such items with the candidate during interview. The Trust’s HR Team or another member of staff trained in safer recruitment, will use Google.com to conduct each search and no adverse judgement will be formed for applicants with limited or no online footprint