Minibus Driver

Lift Schools; Tendring; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Tendring is seeking a reliable Minibus Driver to ensure the safe transport of students to school trips and alternative provisions. The role requires routine vehicle checks and collaboration with academy staff on safeguarding and behavior expectations. This full-time position offers a salary of £23,410.76 plus benefits, including a well-being cash plan and pension scheme. The start date is January 2026, and the closing date for applications is January 11, 2026.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Generous benefits including healthcare and financial support

Lifestyle perks such as discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Reliable and responsible with a focus on safety.
• Ability to carry out vehicle safety checks.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and health expectations.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely by minibus to alternative provision and school events.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of pupils while in transit.
• Work closely with academy staff regarding health and behaviour expectations.

Job description

Minibus Driver

Lift Clacton

Pathfields Road
Clacton on Sea, Essex, CO15 3JL
United Kingdom

£23,410.76 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Permanent, Full Time

37 hours per week, 45 weeks per year

January 2026 Start

We are looking for a reliable Minibus Driver to join our team at Lift Clacton. The successful postholder will be responsible for transporting students safely by minibus to alternative provision, school trips, outings and for undertaking other driving duties as required.

You will ensure the safety and wellbeing of pupils while in transit, carry out routine vehicle safety and inspection checks, and work closely with academy staff to uphold safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour expectations at all times.

About Lift Clacton

Lift Clacton is a rapidly improving school at the heart of the community and recently achieved 'Good' (June 2024). The school has experienced significant growth and improvement with student numbers now over 1,500. We are committed to providing every child with an excellent education not as a privilege, but as a right. We maintain high expectations, foster a positive school culture, and offer clear teaching and learning practices coupled with a supportive senior leadership team.

To arrange a school visit or to find out more about the role, please contact Saran Vijay, our School Operations Manager on

Closing date

11th January 2026

Who is Lift Schools

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Equality and Safeguarding

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Recruitment Process

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Contact

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