Minibus Driver – North Ridge School (CDC) (Part Time)

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive leave entitlement

Generous local government pension

Wellbeing support and staff networks

Development and training opportunities

Staff discounts and benefits schemes

Job summary

City of Doncaster Council is recruiting a part-time Minibus Driver to transport pupils to and from North Ridge School in Woodlands. You will work within the Travel Assistance Service, delivering safe, reliable transport and maintaining positive relationships with pupils, parents and school staff.

Applicants must have Enhanced Level DBS and a valid D1 category on their licence. First aid and manual handling knowledge are desirable, and the council offers generous benefits and pension arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for or supervising children and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents/carers, and staff.
• Enhanced DBS disclosure at a minimum level and a valid licence D1 category is required for appointment.
• First aid training and knowledge of manual handling are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport pupils to and from North Ridge School in Woodlands.
• Demonstrate strong communication with pupils, parents/carers and school staff.

Job description

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Minibus Driver – North Ridge School (CDC)

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Salary

Grade 5, £26,427 pro-rata

Expires

22/11/2026

Company

City Of Doncaster Council

Location

Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Job Type

Part Time

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.

We value a range of experiences and skills. If you have transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply.

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.

Please review the job summary and profile and demonstrate in your application how you meet the required criteria.

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

We encourage applicants to use their own words to reflect their experience and skills and over-reliance on AI is discouraged.

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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.

Company: City Of Doncaster Council

Salary: Grade 5, £26,427 pro-rata

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Sector: Highways

Sector: Public Transport

Job Role: Driver

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