Minibus Driver

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25–30 days

Local Government Pension Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Staff discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council in Solihull is seeking part-time Minibus Drivers to support disabled residents by helping them access day centres and schools across the borough.

You will hold a current Category D1 driving licence and a MIDAS qualification (or be ready to undertake the required training). The role involves dedicated, responsible driving with emphasis on safety and passenger care.

Qualifications

• Hold a current and valid driving licence with Category D1.
• Hold a MIDAS qualification for minibus driving (or be prepared to undertake the relevant training).
• Experience of driving larger vehicles.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Good understanding of support needs for people with learning or physical disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist service users with access to local day centres or schools.
• Drive minibus to designated routes across the borough.
• Observe service users and respond to their needs.
• Ensure safety and wheelchair handling during transfers.

Skills

Driving large vehicles

Literacy and numeracy

Wheelchair handling

Disability awareness

Tools

MIDAS qualification

Category D1 licence

Job description

Part Time Minibus Drivers

Hours:
25 hours per week (term time only)

£27,709 - £30,515 pro rata per annum

Due to the nature of the work, you will be required to work a split shift, which is anytime between 07:15 to 10:30 AND 14:30 to 17:30, Monday to Friday.

Would you like to make a real difference to the lives of disabled people in Solihull?

We are seeking part time drivers to join Solihull Council’s Transport Fleet. As a Minibus Driver, you will assist service users of all ages with special needs or learning or mobility difficulties, helping them access local day centres or schools throughout the borough.

You will hold a current and valid driving licence with Category D1 and hold a MIDAS qualification for minibus driving (or be prepared to undertake the relevant training through an approved training provider).

You will also have

• Experience of driving larger vehicles
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• A good understanding of the support required by people with learning and/or physical disabilities
• Ability to physically push and clamp wheelchairs
• Ability to observe service users and respond to their diverse needs.

In return we offer:

• Annual leave starting at 25 days and rising to 30 days after 5 years service.
• The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days leave per year.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• A wide range of learning and development opportunities.
• Employee benefits including access to staff discounts and a 24 hour Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice and support.

Interview date: 11th and 12th November 2026.

The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required. This post requires the following Disclosure and Barring check: DBS Enhanced Adults & Childrens . Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and a commitment to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and su

Attached documents

Driver JD &PS May 26 (25 hrs term time).docx