Minibus Driver

We are looking for friendly and enthusiastic Minibus Drivers to provide an efficient transport service for our pupils, to work a minimum of 19 hours per week. Applicants must hold a full driving licence and D1 category is preferred, but not essential.

Job Purpose:

Responsibility for the safe operation of a school minibus at all times when in use for driving staff and pupils. To provide an efficient and safe transport service, as well as ensuring checks are carried out to the minibus prior to driving.

Key Responsibilities:

• To drive the College’s fleet of mini-buses and cars;
• Transport pupils to and from school on a set route using specified stops as timetabled as required;
• Transport pupils and staff on outings and other schedules journeys as directed;
• Complete airport/railway drop offs & pickups at the beginning and end of each term;
• Be responsible for the safety and supervision of pupils, including their good behaviour, on all journeys and to report any issues to the school;

For the full job description, please download the recruitment pack.

The routes we run include the following:

• Bury St Edmunds
• Hadleigh
• Harleston
• Aldeburgh
• Ipswich
• Lowestoft
• Diss

Current vacancies are for the Ipswich, Hadleigh and Aldeburgh routes, however, we can be flexible to accommodate you. Please do get in touch with the HR Team via the contact details below should any of the above-named routes be of interest. The salary for all routes is based on an hourly rate of £10.40.

In addition to driving your route, there may also be the opportunity to assist with additional driving (for example to cover airport runs and trips) should the department require.

We are also looking for drivers to join our Transport Team on a casual basis. Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact the HR Team.

We offer a supportive working environment, as well as a number of benefits including contributory pension scheme and complimentary gym membership.

Application is by application form only, recruitment packs with further information are available from the HR department on 01728 723789, email: recruitment@framlinghamcollege.co.uk or from www.framlinghamcollege.co.uk

Applications are reviewed upon receipt; you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.

Framlingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.