Minibus Driver (7436)

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Ash Hill Academy is seeking to appoint a Minibus Driver to join our academy in November 2026 on a permanent, full-time basis. You will operate the minibus routes, transporting pupils between collection points and the academy, ensuring their safety throughout.

Hours are 37 per week, term-time only (38 weeks). We offer a supportive, community-focused environment with a commitment to safeguarding and high standards of pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• As a Minibus Driver, you will operate the minibus routes, transporting pupils between collection points and ensuring their safe delivery to and from the academy.

Job description

Ash Hill Academy are looking to appoint a Minibus Driver to join our academy in November 2026 on a permanent, full time basis.

Do you want to work for a Trust that is transforming educational outcomes for students in some of the most deprived areas in the North of England? If so, this could be the role for you.

Your new role

As a Minibus Driver, you will operate the minibus routes, transporting children between specified collection points and ensuring their safe delivery to and from the academy.

Hours: 37 hours per week / Term Time only (38 weeks)

Please see the attached job description on our website for the essential criteria and more information about the role.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience required for this position, then we would very much like to hear from you.

Join Ash Hill Academy - A Place Where Excellence Thrives

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a school that is making waves in education? At Ash Hill Academy, we are more than just a school. We are a thriving community driven by ambition, excellence, and a shared commitment to transforming lives. With exceptional results, a vibrant culture, and state-of-the-art facilities, this is your opportunity to become part of something truly extraordinary.

Why Ash Hill Academy?

A Rising Star in Yorkshire. Nationally Exceptional:

In 2024, Ash Hill Academy ranked in the top 16 schools in Yorkshire for progress, with an exceptional Progress 8 score of +0.25. Outcomes were outstanding, with 68% of students achieving Grade 4+ in both English and Maths and 49% achieving Grade 5+ in both subjects. In 2025, results once again demonstrated sustained excellence and consistency, with 68% achieving Grade 4+/4+ and an incredible 50% achieving Grade 5+/5+ in English and Maths.

Nationally, the context makes this achievement even more significant. Across England, 1,228 secondary schools have more than 20% white working-class pupils taking GCSEs. Of those schools, only 21 (1.7%) achieve a positive Progress 8 score. Ash Hill Academy is proud to be one of those 21 schools. Nationally, just 18.6% of white working-class pupils achieve a Grade 5+ strong pass in English and Maths. At Ash Hill Academy, 40% of this cohort secured Grade 5+/5+, more than double the national average.

We are proud to be the one of the highest attaining schools in South Yorkshire for schools with similar demographics and ranked 37th most improved in the country.

“Pupils at Ash Hill Academy achieve exceptionally well and are rightly proud of their success.” - Ofsted, May 2025

High Aspirations; High Achievement:

At Ash Hill Academy, we live by a philosophy of “high expectations, aspirations, and consistency.” This ethos drives everything we do, ensuring every student and every member of staff thrives in a culture that inspires excellence.

“The academy has a culture of high ambition. Pupils rise to these expectations and flourish.” - Ofsted, May 2025

Innovative Personal Development:

Our students benefit from the fully integrated Life of a Student programme, designed to provide unparalleled personal growth opportunities and rich cultural capital experiences. This programme prepares students for success in school and life beyond the classroom.

“The personal development programme is exceptional. Pupils benefit from a rich range of experiences which broaden their horizons.” - Ofsted, May 2025

Intervention Through Interaction:

Our unique Intervention Through Interaction philosophy ensures every moment is a chance to support and inspire students. Through meaningful relationships and proactive engagement, we ensure every student reaches their full potential.

“Relationships between staff and pupils are warm, respectful, and built on trust.” - Ofsted, May 2025

Incredible Facilities:

Teach and learn in a school built for success. Our state-of-the-art facilities include the Porter multi-purpose building, completed in 2021, and our brand-new Sports Centre, opened in 2024. These cutting-edge spaces reflect our commitment to delivering the best possible education.

A Proven Track Record:

In May 2025, Ofsted inspectors praised the academy’s “transformational improvements,” recognising our dedicated and talented staff.

Employee Benefits

As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing.

Holiday Entitlement

minimum 35 days (subject to pro rata if working part-time and dependent upon salary and continuous service) including statutory Bank Holidays.

Trust News

Visits to the academy would be warmly welcomed by appointment. Please contact the academy on 01302 562541 if you would like to arrange a visit.

In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.

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