School minibus driver (term time)

Overview
We are seeking to appoint a reliable Minibus Driver to be responsible for the safe operation of timetabled services, both between sites and to and from home, at the beginning and end of each school day. There may be the opportunity of further hours e.g. school trips and activities, subject to the drivers’ availability. These services run with the help of a Chaperone.

Purpose of Role To drive pupils when travelling to and from home and school in the School Bus, when required. The candidates will be responsible for the health and safety, comfort and welfare of pupils and staff whilst being carried in the vehicles. They must drive in a considerate manner and conform to the Highway Code. Minibuses are a visible reflection of the school in the local community. They must be driven at all times to present a positive image. Key Relationships Internal Head of Operations Estates Manager School Office Team Fellow Bus Drivers and Bus Chaperones External Pupils/Parents/Guardian

Main responsibilities/duties

Promote a positive bus atmosphere to ensure children arrive at school ready for their day of learning. Responsible for the safety, comfort and welfare of the children during the entire journey from home to School and vice versa. Monitor and maintain behaviour on the bus. Ensure seatbelts and booster seats where necessary are used correctly

General requirements

To carry out all duties in accordance with the School Transport Policy, and the School’s Health and Safety Policy and Procedures and in accordance with Health and Safety Legislation as appropriate. To comply with the School’s operating policies and procedures as issued from time to time, particularly the School’s Safeguarding Policy. To carry out any other duties that might reasonably be required from time to time according to the needs of the school.

Person Specification

Be a team player with flexibility and a willingness to change and adapt.

Integrity, honesty, loyalty, reliability and punctuality.

Diplomacy, discretion, patience and humour.

Heightened road safety awareness.

Good local knowledge of roads and routes leading to and from the school.

Drivers must hold full UK driving licence for a minimum of 12 months and be over the age of 21 years of age

Be prepared to take any additional training as required.

Conditions

The working hours will be 15 hours per week Monday to Friday between 7.15am to 8.30am, and 4.15pm to 6pm.This is a term time only position (33 weeks per year). Hazelwood School is committed to Child Protection and the successful candidate will be required to obtain an enhanced DBS Certificate, through Hazelwood, prior to starting work.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £13.41 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Licence/Certification:

• UK driving licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person