Minibus Driver - Fixed Hours

Royal Wootton Bassett Academy; Swindon; On-site; GBP 5,100 - 5,200; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flu vaccines

Gym discounts

Counselling helpline

Wellbeing day

Holiday allowance

Flexible working

Job summary

Royal Wootton Bassett Academy invites applications for a Minibus Driver to provide safe home/school transport for students. You will drive the academy's minibus in a responsible manner, ensuring passenger safety at all times and adhering to school transport policies.

Shifts are Mon-Fri during term time: 07:15–08:15 and 15:00–16:00. Salary is NJC Grade C3-4, £12.85–£13.05 per hour, casual contract.

Job description

Minibus Driver

Royal Wootton Bassett Academy

Salary: NJC Grade C3-4 - £12.85 - £13.05 per hour (DOE)

Contract: Casual contract, Term Time only

Hours could involve - Monday to Friday: 07.15-08.15 and 15.00-16.00

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 20th September 2026

Interview Date: TBC
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our team as a Minibus Driver, for the school’s home/school transportation provision, to drive Royal Wootton Bassett Academy’s minibus in a responsible and competent manner, ensuring the safety of the passengers, other road users, members of the public and yourself at all times.

You will need to be available between 7.15am to 8.15am, and 3.00pm to 4.00pm, Monday to Friday, term time only.

Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.

Why choose us?

Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, part of Ascend Learning Trust, is a respectful and supportive learning community where high‑quality teaching, positive behaviour and strong relationships are inseparable. We promote a strong growth mindset and welcome professionals committed to continuous improvement.

At Ascend Learning Trust, our motto — Together we Belong, Believe, Become.— guides everything we do. We create a genuine sense of belonging and deliver a holistic, world‑class education that opens doors for every young person, no matter their starting point. Our shared values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect, Dedication and Integrity shape our culture and inspire us to provide unmissable education and limitless horizons.

When you join us, you become part of a supportive, ambitious community that invests in its people and develops high‑calibre professionals. We foster kindness, inclusivity and high expectations, and we welcome colleagues who want to make a meaningful difference every day.

What We Offer

Health & Wellbeing

• Free annual flu vaccines
• Discounted gym memberships
• 24/7 counselling helpline
• Annual Wellbeing Day*
• Generous holiday allowance
• Flexible working solutions
• Optional health and fitness schemes*

Financial

• Discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
• Excellent Pension Schemes, including 21.3% employer contributions for support staff
• Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes*

Career Progression

• Instructional Coaching for teaching roles
• Supportive performance development
• Apprenticeship and training opportunities
• Internal progression pathways
• Recognition and long-service awards

*Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful probation.

Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you need adjustments to support your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or [e-mail]