Farnborough Hill is looking to recruit a part-time Minibus Driver to transport pupils from local pick-up points to the school and return during school term dates. The school currently operates eight minibus routes across its catchment area, but we are looking to expand this.
Applicants should hold a current, clean and valid UK driving license with D1 and be 25 years old or older for insurance purposes. Experience of driving a large vehicle and geographical knowledge of the area is preferred but not essential. We are looking for a team member who is enthusiastic in their work and able to work with minimum supervision.
This is a split-shift part-time role that could be covered by one or two people. The working hours are 20 hours per week; Monday to Friday 6.45 to 8.45 am and 3.45 to 5.45 pm, term-time only (33 weeks). The salary is £10,040.65 per annum (£15.21/hour).
Responsibilities:
* Operating the school’s bus routes, collecting children from given pick-up points and delivering them to school (mornings), collecting them from school and dropping them back at the given points (afternoons)
* Responsible for the health and safety, comfort and welfare of pupils and staff
* Carry out daily and weekly visual inspection/checking, for example, tyres, lights, oil, water, fuel
* Reporting any defects in the logbook for timely repairs
* Ensure that the minibuses are kept clean, inside and out, and in good condition
* Refuelling vehicles as required
* Other duties as required from time-to-time supporting other staff, as defined by the Transport Manager, Facilities Manager or Bursar
Essential Skills and Attributes:
* Knowledge and previous experience of minibus driving
* Courteous, polite, caring and understanding
* Be punctual
* Good communication skills, flexible and adaptable
* Good team player
* Able to work with minimum supervision
* Professional, approachable and proactive
* Honest and reliable
* Understands and supports the Christian ethos and values of the School
Minimum Requirements:
* Hold a current, clean and valid UK driving licence with D1
* Age 25+ for insurance purposes
* Enhanced DBS Clearance prior to start of appointment
Desirable Qualifications:
* MIDAS minibus training
* Geographical knowledge of area
* Experience of driving a large vehicle
All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS clearance. More information and an application form can be found on the School’s website: www.farnborough-hill.org. Enquiries and completed application forms should be sent for the attention of Rachel Barraud, Facilities Manager, on facilitiesmanager@farnborough-hill.org.
Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.
Closing Date: 12.00 pm on Friday 14 February 2025 – however if interested in applying for the role please submit your application as early as possible as it will be considered upon receipt.
Interviews: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis and may take place prior to the closing date.
Start Date: As soon as possible.
Farnborough Hill is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people and the relevant DBS Code of Practice checks will apply.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £10,040.65 per year
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence with D1 (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 14/02/2025
Reference ID: Minibus Drivers Jan 2025
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