Term-Time Minibus Driver for School Routes

The King's School; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Fee remission

Wraparound care

Doctor access

Wellbeing programme

Cycle to Work

Local discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Free lunches

Free on-site parking

Job summary

The King's School, Gloucester, is seeking a Minibus Driver to support school bus routes and trips. You will help ensure a safe conveyance for pupils and maintain orderly conduct during commutes.

The role includes morning and afternoon shifts during term time, with potential relief driving during busy periods. Required duties include daily vehicle checks, reporting issues to the Transport Administrator, and training in Health & Safety and First Aid.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full, clean UK Driving Licence (D1).
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
• Willingness to undertake Health & Safety and First Aid training.
• Friendly, approachable and able to build relationships with pupils and staff.
• Reliable and punctual with flexible availability during term-time.

Responsibilities

• Pick up pupils on the morning run as detailed on the schedule provided, only leaving a stop once all registered pupils are on board or no earlier than the scheduled departure time.
• Drop off pupils in a safe place on the home run as detailed on the schedule provided.
• Ensure the safety of pupils/passengers at all times.
• Undertake the required daily checks and evidence their completion.
• Ensure the vehicle is left in a clean and tidy condition at the end of the day.
• Report any issues or concerns regarding the vehicle immediately to the Transport Administrator, only driving the vehicle if deemed to be in roadworthy condition.
• Undergo mandatory Health & Safety and First Aid training as directed.
• Any other duties that may reasonably be assigned by the Transport Administrator, Facilities Manager or COO.

Skills

Driving Licence D1

Vehicle maintenance

Health & Safety training

First Aid training

Pupil relations

Reliability & punctuality

Job description

The King's School, Gloucester, is seeking a Minibus Driver to support school bus routes and trips. You will help ensure a safe conveyance for pupils and maintain orderly conduct during commutes.

The role includes morning and afternoon shifts during term time, with potential relief driving during busy periods. Required duties include daily vehicle checks, reporting issues to the Transport Administrator, and training in Health & Safety and First Aid.