School Minibus Driver

Creative Education Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Education Trust is seeking a Minibus Driver for Wrenn School to transport pupils safely and comfortably to school, visits, and activities. You will operate the minibus in line with safety regulations, maintain a calm environment, and perform basic vehicle checks to ensure reliable service.

The role starts ASAP, permanent contract, 38 weeks per year (term time only) with a 7:40–8:40 am daily window. Strong safety awareness and good communication are essential for pupil wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Safe driving with strong safety awareness.
• Punctual and reliable for early start.
• Good communication with pupils, staff and parents.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Operate the school minibus in line with safety regulations.
• Transport pupils to and from school and for educational visits.
• Carry out basic vehicle checks and report issues promptly.
• Maintain a calm, supportive environment on the minibus.

Skills

Safe driving

Punctuality

Clear communication

Safeguarding understanding

Flexible/adaptable

Job description

Support our pupils’ learning journey - before they even reach the classroom.

If you enjoy driving and love making a positive impact, this role is for you.

Job Title: Minibus Driver

Location: Wrenn School

Salary: NJC Grade 2, Points 3-4 £13.28 - £13.48 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: 1 hour per day from 7.40am-8.40am

Working Weeks: 38 weeks per year, term time only

About You:

Wrenn School are seeking a Minibus Driver to join their school community.

You will play a key role in ensuring pupils are transported safely and comfortably to and from school, as well as to educational visits and other school activities.

You will be responsible for operating the school minibus in line with safety regulations, maintaining a calm and supportive environment for pupils, and carrying out basic vehicle checks to ensure the minibus remains in good working order. A friendly manner, reliability, and a strong commitment to pupil wellbeing are essential for this role.

Our Ideal candidate will:

• Be an excellent driver with strong safety awareness
• Be reliable and punctual
• Be a strong communicator
• Be positive and supportive
• Have a good understanding of safeguarding
• Be able to maintain order and ensure behaviour expectations
• Have basic vehicle knowledge
• Be flexible and adaptable

About Wrenn School:

Wrenn is a vibrant learning community across two campuses. Our Doddington Road site supports Key Stage 3 students (ages 11-14) with a nurturing transition from primary school, while London Road provides a mature environment for Key Stages 4 and 5 (ages 14-18).

Set in beautiful grounds, Wrenn offers specialist facilities for Art, Music, Drama, and Design Technology, alongside extensive sports amenities including the Wrenn Astro, playing fields, and gyms.

Our core values - Work Hard, Respect Others, Enjoy Learning, Never Give Up, Navigate Your Future - guide student behaviour, character, and achievement. To find out more please visit our .

About Creative Education Trust:

Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13, children and young people across England. Since , we’ve worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner.

We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future.

We are united by a shared purpose: to transform lives through education. Our schools are places where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to lead their own lives with confidence. Through collaboration, high expectations, and purposeful leadership, we ensure that success is both expected and achieved - together.

Essential Information:

Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.

All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.

The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, separate Barred List Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) .

CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.