Casual School Minibus Driver

Casual School Minibus Driver

Northampton High School is seeking Casual Minibus Drivers to join their team to transport the students to/from school. The shifts are 06:15 - 08:45 and 15:15 - 17:30/18:45 Monday - Friday term time only.

For casual positions, we would accommodate your preferred availability (AM and/or PM), and work would cover permanent staff leave and/or absence. There may be other ad hoc opportunities for supporting events across the school calendar during term-time which might include driving students to sports fixtures or school trips.

You will join a friendly and very welcoming team of both permanent and casual drivers.

Key requirements include:

• A valid Cat D1 classification on your driving licence plus an acceptable driving record;
• Have/be prepared to take the MIDAS qualification;
• The ability to react calmly in emergency situations;
• Over 21 years of age;
• Have/be prepared to take a suitable First Aid qualification;
• IT proficiency;
• Maintaining good customer relations with parents and the school and contributing to a good atmosphere on the bus.

This is an important role within school as we pride ourselves on providing the highest level of customer service. The successful candidate will be experienced, conscientious and professional in all aspects of this position. Being trustworthy and reliable is also of utmost importance.

About the School:

Northampton High School, part of the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST), is an independent girls' day school with a reputation for academic excellence, strong pastoral care and a wide breadth of extra-curricular activity. We offer a Nursery, Junior and Senior School across one site and we are proud to be at the forefront of education for girls and a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.

Benefits:

As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Good transport links and free parking
• Uniform provided
• Full training
• An additional £2.07 per hour holiday pay

Northampton High School and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

Northampton High School and the GDST are 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 and Barring Service.

Our reference: SE3459

Vacancy: Casual School Minibus Driver

Location: Northampton

Salary: £12.18 per hour

Hours: Casual (flexible) hours

National World / Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Northampton High School.