Minibus Driver

South Staffordshire College; Penkridge; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

South Staffordshire College is seeking a reliable Minibus Driver to transport students to and from Rodbaston Campus in Penkridge. The role requires holding a UK D1 or PSV licence and safeguarding training, with a focus on safety and high-quality service.

Working hours include early and late shifts on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, plus a midweek slot. DBS checks and safeguarding procedures are integral to the recruitment process, with commitment to student wellbeing and personal

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK D1 driving licence or PSV licence.
• Experience with minibuses or driving in a school context is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient transport for students to and from Rodbaston Campus in Penkridge.
• Deliver excellent customer service while ensuring student safety at all times.
• Build positive relationships with young people and remain reliable and punctual.

Skills

UK D1 licence

PSV licence

Safety conscious

Job description

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, including barred list information, as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of safer recruitment practices and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates. All gaps in employment will be explored, and references will be sought prior to interview wherever possible. We uphold rigorous safeguarding procedures throughout recruitment, selection and induction, consistent with the expectations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Safeguarding training is mandatory for all employees and will form part of your induction and ongoing CPD. South Staffordshire College is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Minibus Driver to join our team, providing safe and efficient transport for students travelling to and from our beautiful Rodbaston Campus in Penkridge. This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys working with young people and takes pride in delivering excellent customer service while ensuring student safety at all times. Working Hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday

• 06:00 - 09:00
• 16:00 - 18:30
• Wednesday
• 06:00 - 09:00
• 12:15 - 14:45
  As well as being a safe, professional and competent driver, you will:
• Have a friendly and approachable manner.
• Build positive relationships with young people.
• Be reliable, punctual and committed to maintaining high standards of safety and service.

Previous experience of transport operations or coordinating transport services would be advantageous, although not essential. Essential Requirements The successful candidate must hold:

• A full UK D1 driving licence, or
• A PSV (Passenger Service Vehicle) licence.
  What you can expect from us - we care about your wellbeing so have several activities all year that provide support. However, time off is also important. We have a generous holiday scheme, the usual Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days at Christmas and 2 'ME' days (where you can have a day off work and do whatever makes you happy) as well as an additional day on campus spent on wellbeing. We have a range of benefits available to all staff including paid time off for emergencies (designed to support carers) and all our policies are enhanced further than statutory requirements. The College also contributes to your pension at a minimum of 17.9% (we contribute more for people in the Local Government Pension Scheme).

South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.