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SalaryWhat is the job role?Sherbourne Fields is an outstanding all age special school for pupils with a broad spectrum of need including physical disabilities, medical conditions and learning needs. The school’s population is wide ranging and diverse, with 255 pupils from a rich mix of social and cultural backgrounds.
Who are we looking for?We are looking to recruit a positive, patient and friendly driver to join our small team of dedicated drivers here at Sherbourne Fields.
As one of our permanent minibus drivers your role will be to transport pupils to and from school each day; making sure they are safe and secure throughout their journey. You will also be supported by a minibus Escort.
Drivers must posses a D1 category license and have passed the City Council Defensive Drivers Assessment or be willing to undertake the assessment. You will also participate in the MiDAS training scheme ensuring you meet your legal Health and Safety responsibilities.
Please note; this post may suit a semi-retired person looking to take on some part time paid driving work within the local community.
You will need to be over 21 years of age and hold a full clean driving licence for a minimum of three years
Able to help pupils and young adults on and off minibuses and in and out of people carriers
Be flexible and patient in your approach
Have a caring nature and sensitive to others with additional need
Work as part of a team
Reliable and trustworthy
A geographical knowledge of the City and surrounding area
Willing to participate in training
Closing date: 1st June 2024
Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
