Minibus Driver

Shorefields; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount for School fees

Enhanced employee assistance programme

Occupational health support

Tea and coffee facilities provided

Pleasant working grounds and location

Free parking on site

Uniform provided

Bike2Work Scheme

Job summary

St Mary’s Independent School is seeking a reliable Minibus Driver to operate the school minibus. The role covers a daily pupil transport service, collecting pupils in the morning and returning them at the end of the day. A valid D1 entitlement and MiDAS one‑day assessment are required.

The position is part‑time, permanent, and starts immediately, with a pay rate of £13.24 per hour. The school is based in Colchester, Essex, and benefits include staff discounts and a friendly working environment.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence with D1 entitlement required.
• MiDAS driving assessment must be passed before transporting students.

Responsibilities

• Drive the school minibus as part of daily pupil transport service.
• Collect pupils from designated pick‑up points and return them to the same locations at the end of the day.

Skills

D1 entitlement

MiDAS training

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC0-126 Position Type: School and Child Safety Pay Range: £13.24 per hour

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 20/11/2026 4pm Date of Interviews: On a rolling basis

St Mary's Independent School is looking for an enthusiastic and self‑motivated Minibus Driver to drive the school minibus as part of a daily service by collecting St Mary's pupils from designated pick‑up points in the morning and then returning them to the same point at the end of the school day.

In addition to providing an excellent service and maintaining our high standards, the successful candidate must be reliable, approachable and able to work on their own initiative. It is essential that the appointed person has a full driving licence with a D1 entitlement and must pass the Minibus (MiDAS) one‑day driving assessment before transporting students.

St Mary's is an Independent day school in Colchester, Essex for girls aged 4-16 and with a Kindergarten for children age 2-4. Our vision is to empower girls to thrive at school and beyond, and the Lower School has been ranked 12th highest performing Preparatory Schools in England by the Sunday Times. Many girls achieve scholarships to senior school, and we have an impressive 11+ pass rate for those who choose to sit the exam. At our Senior School, excellent GCSE results are achieved each year. We're able to achieve such success by tailoring the education to suit the needs of each individual in our small classes and by giving the girls the encouragement and support they need to aim high.

Benefits of working for St Mary's include:

• Staff discount for School fees (subject to qualifying criteria)
• Enhanced employee assistance programme including counselling sessions, coaching, and 24‑hour helpline
• Occupational health support
• Tea and coffee facilities provided
• Pleasant working grounds and location
• Free parking on site
• Uniform provided
• Friendly team
• Bike2Work Scheme

Please see the candidate information pack for more information on the job role and person specification.

St Mary's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening.

Information about the School

St Mary's School is a happy, high achieving independent day school for girls aged 4-16 years with a Kindergarten for children age 2-4 years. We are a member of the Girls’ Schools Association, Independent Association of Preparatory Schools and the Independent Schools Association.

At St Mary’s, we believe that girls are remarkable and have different educational needs. With us, girls will be inspired, build resilience, advance academically, learn what interests her and grow. We understand that the girls’ wellbeing matters and is critical to achieving. Girls at St Mary’s are not only self‑confident and capable, but also kind and considerate.

Parents want the world for their daughters – and so do we. When she leaves us, she’ll be empowered to rise to the challenges and the opportunities the world presents.

We have a low staff turnover at St Mary’s, but occasionally we are in the position to invite suitably qualified individuals to join our friendly, close‑knit team.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Mrs Molly Terry
91 Lexden Road, Colchester
Essex, CO3 3RB Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]