School Minibus Drivers

Chalkwell; Borough of Swale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local transport company in the Borough of Swale is currently hiring bus drivers to assist with morning and afternoon school runs. Drivers will enjoy a stable job with free time during the day and school holidays. A valid PVC Licence, category D1, and Full Driver CPC are required. The role includes transporting children with special needs, with a Passenger Assistant to help manage children on board. Competitive daily rates are offered depending on the payment option chosen.

Qualifications

• Valid PVC Licence required.
• Minimum category D1 on the driving license.
• Full Driver CPC certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Transport children with special needs to and from school.
• Work morning and afternoon shifts.
• Manage children on board with the help of a Passenger Assistant.

Skills

PVC Licence

Category D1

Full Driver CPC

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking bus drivers for morning and afternoon school runs. Work a few hours in the morning and a few in the afternoon, and have the middle part of the day and school holidays at your leisure. Enjoy having a regular job with familiarity and stability. Subject to where you live you may be able to keep the minibus at home.

Schooldays Only

Schooldays Only

Essential skills required

• PVC Licence
• with at least category D1
• Full Driver CPC

Application deadline

Ongoing

Payment

There are two options for payment. We can either pay drivers just on the days worked (roughly 190 school days per year) or we can spread payment over 52 weeks to give a more regular income. Spreading the payment over 52 weeks gives the same amount of total income over a year, but can also help those who claim tax credits or other benefits.

Minibus D1Swale Based - Daily rate when paid for days worked only. Figures exclude holiday pay, which is paid as extra. (Different rates apply for longer runs or based outside of Swale).£60.50Swale Based - Daily rate when paid over 52 weeks. Figures exclude holiday pay, which is paid as extra.£44.21

Other information

The work we do involve transporting children with special needs You Will have a Passenger Assistant on board the vehicle to manage the children.

Optional weekend work is available, including rail replacement services, coach hire and various other duties.