School Minibus Driver - (Mornings – 13.5 hours a week)

Lancing College; Lancing; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is looking for a conscientious School Minibus Driver to operate their minibuses and support students during journeys. The ideal candidate will have a clean UK Driving Licence with D1 entitlement and be within the insurer-approved age range. Responsibilities include driving, vehicle checks, and passenger assistance. This role requires flexibility and a passion for creating an inclusive environment for young people.

Qualifications

• Hold a full, clean UK Driving Licence with a D1 entitlement.
• Must be between 23 to 70 years for insurance purposes.
• Willing to pass a minibus driving assessment test/MiDAS.

Responsibilities

• Drive school minibuses and other vehicles as required.
• Carry out vehicle checks before and after journeys.
• Assist and supervise passengers as necessary.

Skills

UK Driving Licence with D1 entitlement

Ability to pass a minibus driving assessment (MiDAS)

Clean driving record

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to supervise passengers

Job description

School Minibus Driver - (Mornings – 13.5 hours a week)

We are seeking a conscientious, approachable, and flexible driver who enjoys working with young people and values creating a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Job Title: School Minibus Driver

Responsible To: Transport Manager

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• To drive Preparatory School and College minibuses and other vehicles as required.
• To carry out pre and post journey driver’s vehicle checks.
• To carry out minor maintenance checks such as checking/topping up oils, changing bulbs etc.
• To keep the vehicle clean and tidy inside and outside.
• To assist and supervising passengers as necessary.
• To assist other College staff as required.

Skills and Experience:

• Hold a full, clean UK Driving Licence with a D1 entitlement (essential for minibus operation).
• Due to vehicle insurance requirements, applicants must be within the insurer-approved age range of 23 to 70.
• Be willing to attend and pass a minibus driving assessment test/MiDAS.
• Be willing to complete and pass the Disclosure and Barring Service vetting process.

This job description sets out main duties at the time when it was drawn up. Such duties may vary occasionally but without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed.

Application Procedure:

Applications should be made using the application form. Candidates are asked to add a covering letter setting out, as succinctly as possible, their reasons for applying for the position at Lancing.

A full curriculum vitae and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of a minimum of two referees, one of whom should be the candidate’s current or most recent employer should be included with the application.

Informal conversations about the post may be arranged with the Transport Manager, Kirsty Brown [e-mail]

The College reserves the right to call individuals to interview prior to the closing date for applications.

Using the webform below, please complete and submit an application form, self‑declaration of criminal record form, full curriculum vitae and covering letter setting out, as succinctly as possible, reasons for applying for the position at Lancing College.

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