Minibus Driver

Minibus driver required on a zero hours basis, Monday to Friday, during term time. The typical hours are 07:00–08:30 and 18:00–19:30, but these may vary depending on the school’s needs, particularly during the first and last week of term. Flexibility with respect to hours is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Comply with the school’s rules and procedures for the safe use of minibuses, including:

• Daily and weekly safety checks
• Ensuring that seatbelts are worn by all passengers when the vehicle is moving
• Parking the vehicle so that passengers can board and alight safely
• Conforming to all H&S requirements and any other legal/statutory obligations

• Take sole charge of the minibus and passengers, dealing sensitively with the needs of pupils while maintaining appropriate discipline within the vehicle
• Drive an allocated minibus along a route detailed by the Facilities Manager, collecting and delivering nominated children
• Keep the vehicle clean and tidy, and refuel as required
• Maintain records of passengers carried, defects, accidents, or near misses as required
• Any other duties reasonably requested by the Facilities Manager or Estates Bursar

What We're Looking For:

• Full UK driving licence with B or D1 entitlement
• No accidents, claims, or motor convictions for at least 5 years
• No driving ban for at least 10 years
• Experience of driving minibuses or larger vehicles in both urban and rural areas

Why Walhampton?

At Walhampton, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming and supportive community where staff play a vital role in creating a nurturing and inspiring environment for our pupils. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in a thriving school.

If you are a responsible individual who enjoys working with children and is excited about contributing to a supportive and forward-thinking community, we would love to hear from you!

Apply Today!

To apply for this position, candidates must complete our online application form by clicking 'Apply Now'.  Should you prefer to apply offline, an alternative application form is available on request by emailing hr@walhampton.com. 

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy once the position is filled. Previous applicants need not apply.

Applications will only be accepted from candidates completing an application form. You are welcome to supplement your application with your CV, but we will not process a CV in isolation.  No Agencies Please.

We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best staff, ensuring that our staff body reflects the diversity of modern Britain. Acknowledging a lack of ethnic diversity within our staff community, we particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates. Appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process.

The School is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We have an established and representative Inclusion, Diversity and Equity in Action (IDEA) Working Party of staff, parents and governors to help drive forward positive change.