Minibus Driver

Suffolk County Council; Framlingham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch on work days

Contributory pension scheme

Gym membership

Job summary

Framlingham College in Framlingham, Suffolk is seeking a Minibus Driver on a permanent, as-needed basis to safely transport staff and pupils on a fixed timetable and outings. You will drive the College's minibuses and cars, conduct safety checks, maintain registers, and ensure pupils wear seat belts, while following the College's Minibus Policy and safeguarding guidelines.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.88, free lunch on days the kitchen operates, and access to pension and gym

Qualifications

• basic Numeracy and Literacy required.
• a full driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Drive the College's minibus fleet and cars.
• Transport pupils to and from school on a set route and timetabled stops.
• Transport pupils and staff on outings and other journeys as directed.
• Complete airport/railway drop-offs and pickups at term starts.
• Ensure safety and supervision of pupils on all journeys.
• Maintain bus registers and perform daily checks on vehicles.
• Follow the Minibus Policy, procedures and safety guidance.
• Report vehicle defects and any driving sanctions.
• Undergo annual driving licence checks.

Skills

Basic Numeracy

Basic Literacy

Job description

• Framlingham College
• Address: Framlingham, Suffolk IP13 9EY
• Salary: £12.88 per hour
• Hours: Various
• Contract: Permanent, required as and when needed
• Reference: 5756

Framlingham College is looking for a Minibus Driver.

The role

Responsibility for the safe operation of a school minibus at all times when in use for driving staff and pupils. To provide an efficient and safe transport service, as well as ensuring checks are carried out to the minibus prior to driving.

Your responsibilities:

• to drive the College's fleet of mini-buses and cars
• transport pupils to and from school on a set route using specified stops as timetabled as required
• transport pupils and staff on outings and other schedules journeys as directed
• complete airport/railway drop offs and pickups at the beginning and end of each term
• be responsible for the safety and supervision of pupils, including their good behaviour, on all journeys and to report any issues to the school
• maintain bus registers
• undertake daily routine maintenance checks on the vehicle, and ensure that the vehicle is kept in a clean condition
• general duties as requested i.e. loading, lifting, and moving
• regular communication with the Transport Manager for passenger and timetable updates
• check that all pupils have their seat belts properly fastened before the vehicle moves off and ensure they wear them for the duration of the journey, and that the full complement of the vehicle is not exceeded at any time
• decide whether it is safe to operate or not, in view of the prevailing weather and road conditions
• report any vehicle defects through the correct channels
• ensure full knowledge of and adherence to the College's Minibus Policy, procedures and guidance
• follow safety rules as pupils are boarding and exiting buses, and as they cross the roads
• fasten all doors properly when a child enters or leaves the vehicle, and ensure all pupils remain properly seated whilst the vehicle is in motion, checking any misbehaviour, which might lead to an accident, and reporting it to the Transport Manager
• ensure the minibus is tidy before and after use, removing any rubbish left behind
• drive in a safe and considerate manner by complying with all laws and school policies pertaining to the driving of minibuses or Health and Safety of staff and pupils (and other passengers)
• declare to the school any driving sanctions or convictions that may affect the driving or insurance or operation of the school minibuses gained after the checks are made for initial employment
• undergo an annual check of driving licenses.

You will need:

• basic Numeracy and Literacy
• a full driving licence.

About us

Framlingham College is a co-educational, independent boarding and day school for pupils aged 3-18. The College embraces pupils with a wide range of interests and abilities and offers a huge number of co-curricular activities and sports that complement our academic curriculum and enrichen our pupils' experience.

We believe that learning happens within and beyond the classroom; our pupils and staff have high expectations of and for themselves within a supportive and aspirational environment. We believe in instilling curiosity, a spirit of enquiry and a love of learning for learning's sake, in every pupil. Our vision is to equip our young people with the habits and knowledge they need to thrive in their future adult world.

We will offer you

We offer a supportive working environment, a competitive salary as well as free lunch each day the kitchen is operational. Access to other benefits including contributory pension scheme, complimentary gym membership.

Please read the Job Description (pdf)

For further information, please call us on 01728 727201.

Closing date: 1 pm, 11 December 2026.

It is the post holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact with, to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Safeguarding Policy at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the post the post holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare or children in the school s/he must report any concerns to the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead.