Driving Position

Cheviot Area School's co; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Cheviot Area School in New Zealand is seeking a part-time, fixed-term Driver to support transport for students and staff attending off-site programmes and activities. The role involves 16-20 hours per week across two days, with potential for additional hours or job-share arrangements.

Flexibility is welcomed, including splitting the role or sharing it between applicants. Ideal candidates are community minded, well organised, and committed to student safety.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and a professional, friendly manner.
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to student safety.
• Ability to follow procedures and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students and staff to approved programmes, events, and activities according to the daily travel schedule.
• Maintain positive, professional communication with students, staff, caregivers, and the school office.
• Ensure students arrive safely, on time, and ready for learning.
• Complete school errands including collecting and delivering materials or messages as required.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle checks and ensure the school vehicle is kept clean, tidy, and fueled.
• Follow all school policies, health and safety requirements, and relevant legislation.
• Maintain accurate travel logs and promptly report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Ensure all passengers follow safety expectations, including wearing seatbelts at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Punctuality

Professional demeanor

Job description

Cheviot Area School is looking for a Part‑time, Fixed Term Driver to join our team.

We are seeking a reliable, safety‑conscious Driver to support transport for students and staff attending off‑site programmes, courses, and school activities.

This is a part-time, fixed-term position, ideal for someone who is community-minded, well organised, and enjoys working with young people.

The role involves approximately 16-20 hours per week across 2 days, with the potential for additional hours based on the needs of the school. This position may be offered as a job-share arrangement.

We are open to flexible arrangements, including splitting the role into two positions or sharing it between multiple applicants, depending on suitability.

Key Responsibilities

Safely transport students and staff to approved programmes, events, and activities according to the daily travel schedule.

Maintain positive, professional communication with students, staff, caregivers, and the school office.

Ensure students arrive safely, on time, and ready for learning.

Complete school errands including collecting and delivering materials or messages as required.

Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle checks and ensure the school vehicle is kept clean, tidy, and fueled.

Follow all school policies, health and safety requirements, and relevant legislation.

Maintain accurate travel logs and promptly report any maintenance or safety concerns.

Ensure all passengers follow safety expectations, including wearing seatbelts at all times.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Holds a full New Zealand Driver’s License

Has excellent communication skills and a professional, friendly manner

Is dependable, punctual, and committed to student safety

Works well independently and follows procedures

Takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean vehicle and accurate records

Applications close on Friday 29th May 2026, 3:00pm

A Job Description and Application are attached below

To apply for this position, please include:

- the completed application form

send your applications to: Business Manager Jenny Crump at [e-mail]