School Driver

Queenswood School; Bell Bar; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Queenswood School is seeking an experienced School Driver to join our transport team, delivering safe and reliable pupil journeys to and from school during term time. The role requires confident navigation of London and a strong commitment to road safety and safeguarding.

You will hold a full driving licence with a clean record, demonstrate punctuality, and communicate effectively with pupils, parents and staff. Knowledge of London routes and willingness to undergo minibus training are desirable.

Qualifications

• Full, valid driving licence with clean record.
• Confident navigation of busy London roads.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable transport for pupils to and from school.
• Navigate routes in Central London and surrounding areas.
• Maintain punctuality and flexibility for timetable variations.
• Uphold safeguarding standards and communicate with staff and parents.

Skills

Driving experience

Road safety awareness

Punctuality

Communication skills

Job description

Queenswood is looking to appoint an additional School Driver to join our friendly and dedicated team, providing safe, reliable and professional transport for pupils to and from school during term time. We are seeking a confident, capable and experienced driver with an excellent knowledge of London roads. The successful candidate will be comfortable navigating busy London traffic and will take pride in delivering a safe, punctual and dependable transport service for our pupils. Applicants should have strong general driving experience and a commitment to maintaining high standards of road safety. This role carries a high level of safeguarding responsibilities. Full safeguarding checks will be carried out on the successful applicant. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

• A full, valid driving licence and a good driving record.
• Confidence and competence driving in London, including busy urban roads and challenging traffic conditions.
• A good geographical knowledge of London and the ability to navigate routes confidently.
• A responsible, safety-conscious approach to transporting pupils.
• Excellent reliability, punctuality and flexibility.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A professional, friendly and approachable manner when dealing with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• An understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and the importance of pupil welfare.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience driving a minibus or other passenger transport vehicle.
• A D1 driving licence or relevant minibus driving qualification.
• Previous experience working in a school or similar environment.
• A willingness to undertake minibus training and obtain any additional qualifications required for the role.

Queenswood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all applicants must be willing to undertake child protection screening, including enhanced clearance with the Disclosure and Barring Service and checks with past employers.

Working pattern: Monday to Friday, term time only (34 weeks per year). Morning runs: Monday to Friday : Approximately 6.00 am - 8.15 am. Afternoon/evening runs: Monday to Thursday: 5.45 pm - 8.15 pm, Friday: 4.15 pm - 6.30 pm. Routes will include journeys to and from Central London, as well as other areas as required. There may also be opportunities to undertake additional hours during the school day, in the evenings and at weekends, supporting various school departments with transport and logistical requirements.