In the last five years, PACA has doubled in size, it is a strong, cohesive community school serving students from across the west of Brighton and West Sussex. Our Ofsted report noted: “Pupils and staff agree that, despite the ongoing growth of the school, everyone at PACA is known. … Pupils recognise that staff want the very best for them… This is reflected in calm and purposeful lessons”.
About Aldridge Education:
PACA is a member of the Aldridge Education family of schools, which locally also includes Brighton Aldridge Community Academy and Aldridge Adult Learning.
Aldridge Education is a charitable Trust of entrepreneurial community schools and colleges that help young people to reach their potential. We support our schools’ Principals and teachers in rapidly improving the quality of education on offer at early years, primary, secondary and sixth-form levels in order to transform the life-chances of our students.
Join Aldridge Education in bringing learning to life and ensuring no one is left behind.
The start date for this role will be in September 2025.
What We are Looking For:
✅ Someone to transport pupils and school staff from the school buildings to other locations around Brighton and Hove and on occasions the wider area using the school minibus.
✅ To be responsible for the condition of the school minibus, carrying out vehicle checks, refuelling, cleaning and routine maintenance of vehicle and ensuring safe keeping.
✅ To support the positive reputation of Portslade Aldridge Community Academy
Further details about the role including the full job description and person specification can be found by following the link to apply.
Completing the application:
Candidates will need to create an account and are asked to complete all the standard information required on the application form. Please also address the mission alignment and capacity to meet the requirements of the Essential and Desirable criteria of the Person Specification and Job Description. CVs are not accepted as part of the application process.
We may interview candidates ahead of the closing date so early application is advised. The Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advertised closing date. The advert may be closed at any time.
Operating Norms:
We believe that the way we operate at all times and with all partners is of paramount importance.
Our agreed operating norms are as follows:
• We are Aldridge Education
• The standard is excellence
• We champion equality
• We’re in the work together
• We behave with integrity
• We lead by example
• We use time well
Safeguarding Statement:
Aldridge Education is committed to working together to safeguard and provide help and support to meet the needs of children as soon as problems emerge. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
A copy of Aldridge Education’s Child Protection policy is available on our website at
Following successful application, Aldridge Education will carry out the necessary prohibition checks for all teaching staff, as well as for all candidates undertaking regulated activity.
If you are shortlisted for the position you are applying for, you will be required to complete a Declaration giving details of any relevant criminal offences and other relevant information relating to our safeguarding duty. Further information will be provided on that form.
Given the nature of the Trust’s activities and the regulatory framework it is subject to, any offer of employment will be made conditional upon a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and barred list check carried out by the Trust (where applicable to the role in question). It is an express condition if you are appointed to the role that you join the DBS update service.
If you are shortlisted for the position you are applying for, Aldridge Education will undertake online searches (including social media) in accordance with KCSIE 2024.
This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means standard and enhanced DBS checks will now always show all unspent records, including youth conditional cautions, meaning some previously unrecorded details will now be disclosed.
Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
More information on The Disclosure & Barring Service can be found at
Benefits
Join the Aldridge Education Family!
Looking for a fulfilling career with great perks? Here's why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you:
✨ Aldridge Benefits Scheme – Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you!
Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit with our bike-friendly benefits.
Employee Assistance Programme – Your well-being matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it.
Free On-Site Parking – No more hunting for parking, we’ve got your spot covered.
Pension Schemes – Secure your future with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
Refer a Friend Scheme – Know someone who would love it here? Earn rewards by bringing them on board!