Minibus Driver

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Free parking on school grounds

Flexible working opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Job summary

Copleston High School in Ipswich is seeking a Casual Transport/Coach driver to move academy players and coaching staff to Basketball England events and league fixtures nationwide. The role involves travel during the season and requires reliability, punctuality and strong communication.

The post offers flexible timings and opportunities to contribute to school sport at a high level, with safeguarding training encouraged. Apply soon for the September to March period.

Qualifications

• Holder of a full, clean UK driving licence.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working with young people in an educational environment.
• Willing to undertake safeguarding training.

Responsibilities

• Transport academy players and coaching staff to Basketball England events and league fixtures across the country.
• Assist with travel scheduling and ensure timely arrival at venues.
• Support school sport delivery and represent the school positively.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Reliable

Punctual

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding training

Job description

Job Description

• Copleston High School
• Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 5HD
• Salary: £13.28 per hour
• Hours: Part time, to be worked between September - March
• Contract: Casual, required as soon as possible
• Reference: 5676

The role involves transporting academy players and coaching staff to Basketball England events and league fixtures across the country. Most travel takes place during the basketball season from September to April, with fixtures typically held on Wednesdays, although some evening and weekend travel may also be required.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys driving, working with young people and supporting school sport at a high level.

Typical Fixture Destinations

Fixtures vary annually and travel may include venues such as Bristol, Manchester, Southampton, Leicester, Birmingham, London and more.

Provisional Travel Schedule 2026/27

• 2 December 2026
• 6 January 2027
• 13 Jan 2027
• 10 Feb 2027.

Plus, Playoffs dates across February, March and April.

Please note: The above dates and venues are provided as an indication of the likely commitment required. Fixtures, timings and destinations are subject to change throughout the season.

Requirements

• hold a full, clean and valid UK driving licence
• be reliable, punctual and professional
• have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• be comfortable working with young people in an educational environment
• be willing to undertake safeguarding training.

To find out more

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Mr Nick Drane, Head Basketball Coach via email at: [e-mail].

For further information about the role, please download the Job Description (pdf).

For additional information about the trust and this school, please visit our website.

Closing date

2 November 2026

Interview dates

5 and 6 November 2026

Benefits

• competitive salary
• free parking on school grounds
• flexible working opportunities
• an Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing support
• extensive training and development opportunities to help you grow your career

Above all, you'll join a welcoming and supportive team of colleagues who are passionate about delivering the best outcomes for our students.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications

Company Culture

We value our staff and actively maintain a culture in which respect, empathy and honesty are the cornerstone of positive relationships throughout the trust.

The Oxlip Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. Child protection training will also need to be undertaken.

Oxlip Learning Partnership promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages applications from all sections of society. We are always keen to hear from talented professionals, at all stages of their career, who believe they can support us in achieving our vision.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment'.