Minibus Driver - North Ridge School (CDC)

City Of Doncaster Council; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive leave entitlement

Generous local government pension

Wellbeing support

Staff training and development

Staff discounts

Job summary

The City of Doncaster Council is recruiting a Minibus Driver to transport pupils to and from North Ridge School in Woodlands as part of the Travel Assistance Service.

Applicants must have Enhanced DBS and D1 category on a valid licence; first aid training and experience with children are desirable. Shortlisting will occur during the week starting 23 November 2026, with interviews planned for the week starting 30 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Enhanced Level DBS disclosure is required for appointment.
• D1 category on a valid licence is required for minibus driving.
• First aid training and knowledge of manual handling are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport pupils to and from North Ridge School in Woodlands.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents/carers and school staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Experience caring for children

Building relationships with pupils/car

Education

Enhanced DBS and D1 licence requirement

Job description

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure and D1 category on a valid licence is required for appointment to this post.

The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this in the role of Minibus Driver.

The Travel Assistance Service provides transport for children and adults to schools across the Doncaster borough. We are recruiting a Bus Driver to safely transport pupils to and from North Ridge School in Woodlands. Candidates must have strong communication skills, experience caring for or supervising children, and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents/carers, and school staff.

First aid training and knowledge of manual handling are desirable, as is previous experience working with children, especially those with special educational, behavioural, or additional needs.

In return for your contribution, we offer:

• Competitive leave entitlement
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Wellbeing support and staff networks
• Development and training opportunities
• Staff discounts and benefits schemes
• More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.

Shortlisting will take place week commencing 23rd November 2026 and it is anticipated that interviews will be held week commencing 30th November 2026.

For further details or an informal chat, please contact Ellis Burke, Samantha Scott or Kate Chorlton, Tel: [phone], or Email: [e-mail]

This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

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City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults.

We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and make reasonable adjustments as required.

Confirmation of appointment will be subject to a medical assessment.