Minibus Driver - Afterschool Club

Kenton Primary School; Tedburn St Mary; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Kenton Primary School is seeking a reliable Minibus Driver to provide safe pupil transport from our Kenton and Cockwood Primary School to the afterschool club in Starcross. You will perform daily safety checks, ensure safe boarding and alighting, and promote a calm environment during journeys.

The role is part-time, term-time only (39 weeks per year) with ongoing professional development and a focus on safeguarding and welfare of children.

Qualifications

• Must have a full clean driving licence with entitlement to drive a minibus (D1 category).
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and adults.
• Friendly, caring and patient approach to pupils.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the minibus on designated routes to transport pupils to the afterschool club.
• Carry out vehicle safety checks before and after journeys and report defects.
• Ensure pupils embark and disembark safely, following safeguarding procedures.
• Drive safely and responsibly in line with road traffic legislation and school policies.
• Support pupils to follow behaviour expectations during transit.

Skills

Safe driving

Child safeguarding

Positive relationships

Education

Full clean driving licence (D1)

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a reliable and professional Minibus Driver to provide safe and efficient transport for students from our Kenton and Cockwood Primary School to our afterschool club provision in Starcross. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the daily life of the School, ensuring the safety, wellbeing and positive experience of students.,

• Safely operate the school minibus on designated route to transport pupils from their school to the afterschool club.
• Carry out appropriate vehicle safety checks before and after each journey, reporting any defects promptly.
• Ensure pupils embark and disembark safely, following safeguarding and supervision procedures at all times.
• Always drive safely and responsibly, in accordance with road traffic legislation and School policies, including Health & Safety guidelines for Minibus Drivers.
• Support pupils to follow behaviour expectations during transit, promoting a calm and respectful environment.
  Must have a full clean driving licence with entitlement to drive a minibus (D1 category on the driving licence).
• Has the ability to build positive relationships with children and adults.
• Is friendly, caring, approachable and patient.
• Understands the importance of promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children.
• Can be a clam and supportive presence.
• Enjoys being around children and is committed to safeguarding
• Brings a positive attitude and a genuine love of school life.
  A role where your work really matters, making a meaningful impact on children's wellbeing every day
• A rewarding role in a positive environment
• A part-time, term time only contract working 39 weeks per year
• Ongoing professional development