Reliable School Minibus Driver (Term-Time)

Cornerstone Academy Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government pension scheme

Health and cycle-to-work schemes

Subsidised meals from in-house chefs

Discounted childcare

Free tea and coffee

Job summary

Cornerstone Academy Trust in Exeter is seeking a reliable School Minibus Driver to transport pupils and staff, support educational visits, and assist with activities across our schools. You will operate minibuses and maintain safety standards, with training provided as needed.

The role offers term-time hours (38 weeks), with early mornings starting at 7:00am and additional ad hoc transport work. A clean UK driving licence and commitment to pupil safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Holds a full, clean UK driving licence.
• Excellent timekeeping and reliability.
• Flexible and able to respond to varying work requirements.
• Demonstrates commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Driving pupils on the school’s morning and afternoon bus routes in local areas.
• Transporting pupils and staff to educational visits and off-site activities.
• Delivering meals to local school settings as part of catering provision.
• Ensuring the safe operation, cleanliness and basic checks of vehicles before and after use.
• Maintaining a professional and positive manner around pupils, parents, staff and the public.

Skills

Clean UK licence

Timekeeping

Reliability

Flexibility

Child safety

Communication

Willing to train

Job description

Cornerstone Academy Trust in Exeter is seeking a reliable School Minibus Driver to transport pupils and staff, support educational visits, and assist with activities across our schools. You will operate minibuses and maintain safety standards, with training provided as needed.

The role offers term-time hours (38 weeks), with early mornings starting at 7:00am and additional ad hoc transport work. A clean UK driving licence and commitment to pupil safety are essential.