Minibus Driver

Cranleigh-School; Waverley; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Sport & fitness facilities access

Job summary

Cranleigh School in the United Kingdom is seeking a friendly, professional part-time minibus driver to join our transport team. The role covers morning and evening routes (approx.

06:30 and 17:30) and is 10–20 hours per week during term time, with flexibility for additional school trips. You will have a current D1/PCV licence, prior minibus driving experience, and a patient, safety‑minded approach to pupil welfare.

Qualifications

• Must have minibus driving experience.
• Valid D1/PCV licence with appropriate entitlement.
• Reliable and patient with pupil welfare in mind.
• Flexible and time‑oriented for school transport.

Responsibilities

• Drive morning bus routes starting around 06:30.
• Drive evening routes starting around 17:30.
• Work Monday to Friday during term time with route flexibility.
• Provide additional hours for trips and parking duties as required.

Skills

Minibus driving

Pupil safety

Time management

Flexibility

Education

D1/PCV licence

Job description

Job Summary

From September 2026, Cranleigh seeks a friendly, professional, and flexible part‑time minibus driver (10‑20 hrs per week) to join our transport team and ensure safe, timely transportation of pupils to and from school.

Responsibilities

• Drive morning bus routes starting approximately 06:30.
• Drive evening bus routes starting approximately 17:30.
• Work Monday to Friday during term time only, with flexibility to adjust based on demand and route development.
• Provide additional hours for school trips and car‑parking duties as required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience driving a minibus.
• Current clean, valid driving licence with D1 (unrestricted/PCV licence or D1 restricted with a car licence obtained prior to 01/01/1997).
• Reliability, trustworthiness, helpful and patient demeanour with genuine care for pupil safety and welfare.
• Ability to manage time effectively and a flexible approach to working arrangements.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive hourly salary of £16.00 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay. Benefits include free parking and access to school sport and fitness facilities.

Application Process

Submit a brief letter of application (no more than one side of A4) with a full CV via the ‘Apply now’ button by 9:00 am 31 August. Applications are considered as received; the vacancy may close sooner than advertised.

Equal Opportunity

Cranleigh School recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Safeguarding

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. The post holder will be subject to a DBS check.

Contact Details

If you have any questions about this role, please contact us via the recruitment portal, by email at [e-mail] or by telephone on 01483 542128.