Minibus Driver
Tiverton, Devon
About Us
Founded in 1604, Blundell’s is a co-educational independent school for pupils aged 11 – 18 years. Boasting excellent facilities and the best in pastoral care, we are committed to providing an outstanding learning experience for all students. Based in 90 acres of beautiful Devon countryside, Blundell’s fosters a friendly and open environment where both students and staff can thrive.
We are now looking for a Minibus Driver to join us on a permanent, part-time basis, working 24 hours per week, during term time only.
The Benefits
- Salary of £12,355 per annum
- 4 weeks’ paid holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays
- Competitive company pension scheme
- Free meals during term time
- Branded uniform provided (as required)
- Extensive induction programme
- Focus on CPD and access to training as required
- Use of excellent on-site sports facilities including a gym and outdoor swimming pool
- Free staff parking
- Market leading employee assistance programme
- Access to Cycle to Work scheme
- Access to various social activities throughout the year
This is a fulfilling opportunity for an enthusiastic and dependable driver to join our supportive organisation.
As a valued member of the Blundell’s team, you’ll enjoy the benefits of working during term time only, with regular hours and a strong work-life balance - plus access to excellent on-site facilities like our gym and outdoor pool!
So, if you’re looking for a rewarding role where your care and reliability will be genuinely valued, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Minibus Driver, you will play a vital role in transporting our pupils safely and reliably between school and home, as well as to sports fixtures and other school activities.
You will be responsible for vehicle safety checks before each journey, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a comfortable, courteous service for all passengers.
Additionally, you will:
- Conduct and record a passenger register before departure
- Report any vehicle defects immediately to the Transport Co-ordinator
- Maintain the vehicle usage log and complete weekly maintenance checks
About You
To be considered as our Minibus Driver, you will need:
- A D1 (17-seater minibus) licence
- Significant driving experience in minibuses or other large vehicles
- Good customer service skills
Basic vehicle maintenance skills would be an advantage.
The closing date for this role is 14th May 2025.
Please note that we will be reviewing applications and shortlisting for this post during the advertising period and the role may therefore be filled prior to the closing date.
Other organisations may call this role D1 Driver, School Minibus Driver, School Driver, School Transport Driver, Driver, or Bus Driver.
Blundell’s is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
Blundell’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
So, if you’re looking for a great new role as a Minibus Driver, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency