Minibus Driver

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days, rising to 30

Opportunity to buy up to 10 extra days

Local Government Pension Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Employee discounts

24 hour Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council seeks a part-time Minibus Driver to assist disabled service users in accessing day centres and schools across the borough. The role requires a Category D1 licence and MIDAS qualification (or willingness to train).

You will work split shifts 07:15–10:30 and 14:30–17:30, Monday to Friday, with duties including ensuring passenger safety, aiding wheelchair users, and supporting diverse needs. DBS Enhanced checks apply.

Qualifications

• Hold a current Category D1 driving licence.
• MIDAS qualification or willingness to undertake training.
• Experience driving larger vehicles.
• Basic literacy and numeracy.
• Understanding of support needs for people with disabilities.
• Ability to push and clamp wheelchairs.
• Ability to observe service users and respond to needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist service users to access local day centres or schools across the borough.
• Work a split shift: 07:15–10:30 AND 14:30–17:30, Monday to Friday.
• Ensure safety and welfare of passengers during journeys.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report any issues.
• Adhere to DBS and language requirements as applicable.

Skills

Minibus driving experience

Literacy & numeracy

Understanding disabilities support

Wheelchair handling

Observational skills

Education

Category D1 driving licence

MIDAS qualification or training willingness

Job description

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Hours:
25 hours per week (term time only)

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.

Please note we do not accept CVs. Previous applicants need not apply.

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