Minibus Driver

Wiltshire College & University Centre

Chippenham

On-site

GBP 18,000 - 19,000

Part time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Free On-Site Gyms

Lifestyle Discounts

Cycle-to-Work

Job summary

Wiltshire College & University Centre at Lackham Campus is seeking a Minibus Driver to support learners and staff with class trips, educational visits, events and other activities across the college and wider community.

The role focuses on safe and reliable transport, with a flexible, part-time schedule (up to 30 hours/week) and a salary of £13.12 per hour. You will contribute to teaching and learning by facilitating access to valuable experiences beyond the classroom.

Qualifications

Full, valid driving licence with Cat D1 entitlement and clean record.
Experience driving a minibus or passenger transport is desirable.
Strong commitment to passenger safety and responsible driving.
Good knowledge of vehicle safety checks and reporting faults promptly.

Responsibilities

Drive the college minibus safely for learners and staff to trips and events.
Plan routes and schedules to ensure on-time arrivals.
Provide friendly, professional service to passengers.
Conduct daily vehicle checks before and after use.
Maintain vehicle cleanliness and good working condition.

Skills

Cat D1 licence

Minibus driving

Passenger safety

Vehicle safety checks

Punctuality

Communication skills

Flexible hours

Job description

The Vacancy

Minibus Driver

Wiltshire College & University Centre - Lackham Campus

Are you a safe, reliable driver who takes pride in providing an excellent service?

Wiltshire College & University Centre is looking for a Minibus Driver to support the Faculty for Environment, Science & Enterprise with class trips, educational visits, events, and other activities across the college and wider community.

This is a varied and important role, helping learners access valuable experiences beyond the classroom while ensuring they travel safely, comfortably, and reliably. You'll play an important part in supporting teaching and learning, providing transport for learners and staff to a range of destinations.

Whether you're an experienced professional driver looking for a flexible role in an education environment, or you're looking for a varied position where you can make a genuine difference to learners, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What We Offer

Salary: £13.12 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent, Variable Hours, as and when required (up to 30 hours per week)

Outstanding Benefits

Great Local Government Pension Scheme - strong financial security for your future
Generous Holiday Entitlement - paid annual leave in line with your contractual arrangements
College closure and wellbeing days - including the Christmas closure period
Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential support for wellbeing, legal, and financial advice
Free On-Site Gyms - available at multiple campuses
Lifestyle Discounts - savings on retail, tech, travel, and leisure
Cycle-to-Work - save on commuting costs and stay active
Training and Development - ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
Additional Perks - discounted hair & beauty treatments, meals, and exclusive attraction offers

A flexible role that allows you to use your driving skills while supporting learners and contributing to their educational experience.

What You'll Do

Drive the College's minibus safely and responsibly, transporting learners and staff to class trips, educational visits, events, activities, and other approved destinations
Plan and follow agreed routes and schedules, ensuring passengers arrive safely and on time
Provide a friendly, professional, and helpful service to learners, staff, and other passengers
Carry out daily vehicle checks before and after use, in line with college requirements
Complete any required vehicle safety and condition checks and promptly report faults or concerns
Keep the minibus clean, safe, presentable, and in good working condition
Ensure passengers follow appropriate safety procedures while travelling
Support learners appropriately during journeys and maintain a calm, patient, and approachable manner
Follow all College policies and procedures, including safeguarding, Health & Safety, and minibus driver requirements
Maintain appropriate records relating to vehicle checks, journeys, incidents, or other required documentation
Communicate effectively with the relevant Faculty staff regarding journey arrangements, timings, destinations, and any issues arising
Respond appropriately to changes in arrangements or unexpected circumstances during trips
Contribute to creating a positive and safe experience for learners during educational visits
Attend and participate in agreed College activities and relevant staff development
Maintain your own continuing professional development
Undertake First Aid duties when required
Carry out other duties consistent with the general nature and responsibilities of the role

What You'll Bring

A full, valid driving licence with Cat D1 entitlement and no more than 6 current points.
Previous experience of driving a minibus or providing passenger transport would be desirable
A strong commitment to passenger safety and responsible driving
Good knowledge and understanding of vehicle safety checks and the importance of reporting faults promptly
A reliable, punctual, and professional approach to work
Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish positive relationships with learners and staff
A calm, patient, and approachable manner when dealing with passengers
The ability to drive confidently in a variety of locations and road conditions
An understanding of the importance of safeguarding and Health & Safety within an educational environment
The ability to work flexibly and respond to variable hours and changing trip requirements
The ability to work independently while contributing positively to the wider College team
A willingness to undertake relevant training and maintain your continuing professional development
First Aid training, or a willingness to undertake First Aid training
A proactive and helpful approach, with a commitment to providing an excellent service to learners and staff

Why Choose This Path?

Put your driving skills to work in a role where every journey can contribute to a learner's education and experience:

Support the Faculty for Environment, Science & Enterprise with class trips and educational visits
Help learners access valuable experiences beyond the classroom
Enjoy a varied role with different destinations, activities, and journeys
Build positive relationships with learners, teaching staff, and colleagues
Use your driving experience in a supportive educational environment
Enjoy the flexibility of a variable-hours position
Benefit from excellent employee benefits and professional development opportunities
Play an important role in ensuring learners can travel safely and reliably

Use your driving experience to support teaching and learning, help learners explore opportunities beyond the classroom, and become an important part of the College community.

Make a move that truly pays off

If you're a safe, dependable driver looking for a flexible and rewarding role where your skills can make a real difference to learners, we'd love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 01/10/26

Safer Recruitment

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children's barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

The Company

Wiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire, significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6, and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge, Chippenham, Salisbury, and Lackham, which specialises in land-based education.

We offer a wide array of apprenticeships, along with full-time, part-time, and university-level courses. Notably, our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UK's first trackside motorsport engineering training centre, dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.

Testimonials

Lily Raynor-Blundell
Executive Director of Lackham

Working at Wiltshire College and University Centre is a rewarding experience, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth, whilst making a positive and meaningful impact in post-16 education.

Tiffany Maxwell
Executive Assistant

As a new recruit at Wiltshire College and University Centre, I enjoy the supportive environment and dedicated team that make me feel valued and inspired.

Arvil Pogson-Davis
Health & Safety Manager

My job regularly takes me around all four of Wiltshire College & University Centre campuses and I meet staff from all diverse backgrounds which I really enjoy. I also work with a small but very dedicated and professional team.

The Benefits