Minibus Driver

Boston Spa Academy; Clifford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher/local government pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Boston Spa Academy is seeking a reliable Casual Minibus Driver to provide safe transport for students to sporting fixtures, educational visits, trips and other academy activities.

The postholder will perform daily vehicle inspections, assist with regular minibus cleaning and, where required, supervise young people during travel. The role requires concentration, calmness under pressure and flexible, team-oriented working.

Qualifications

• A full clean driving licence including D1 is required.
• High levels of concentration are essential.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage time effectively.
• The role requires a reliable and flexible approach to work and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient transport for students to and from sports fixtures, educational visits, trips and other academy activities.
• Undertake daily vehicle inspections and assist with routine minibus cleaning.
• Offer supervision to young people during travel where required.
• Work flexibly to support the needs of the Academy and colleagues.

Skills

Driving licence D1

Concentration

Calm under pressure

Time management

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

Minibus Driver (Casual)

CAPTION:

• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Salary: Not specified
• Hours: Part-time
• Location: Wetherby, LS23 6RW
• Job type: Temporary
• Posting date: 18 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 25 Sept 2026

What skills and experience we're looking for

Boston Spa Academy is seeking to recruit a reliable and committed colleague to the role of Casual Minibus Driver. This is an important role within the Academy, with the successful candidate responsible for providing safe and efficient transport for students to and from sports fixtures, educational visits, trips and other academy activities. The postholder will also undertake daily vehicle inspections, support the routine cleaning of minibuses and, where required, assist with the supervision of young people whilst travelling.

We are looking for an individual who takes pride in maintaining high standards of safety, professionalism and reliability, and who can work flexibly to support the needs of the Academy. The successful candidate will be able to remain calm under pressure, manage their time effectively and contribute positively as part of a wider team.

Potential applicants should have:

• A full clean driving licence including D1.
• High levels of concentration.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent time management skills.
• A reliable and flexible approach to work.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

What we offer you:

• Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.
• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• £2k Cycle to work scheme.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.