Relief Minibus Driver

Are you looking for flexible work that makes a difference to young people's safety? Abingdon Preparatory School has an exciting Relief Minibus Driver opportunity!

Location: Frilford, Oxfordshire, OX13 5NX Salary: £16.11 per hour Job Type: Casual, variable hours

About Us:

Abingdon Preparatory School is a thriving independent day school for pupils aged 4 to 13, located in the picturesque Oxfordshire village of Frilford Heath. The school provides an extensive transport service for its pupils and is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.

Relief Minibus Driver - The Role:

As a Relief Minibus Driver, you will be offered work according to the school's needs on a casual, variable hours basis. This might include covering morning and afternoon school runs, moving minibuses between sites, taking minibuses to be serviced, or transporting pupils for trips and one-off events. Morning runs typically take place between 6.30am and 8.35am, with evening runs between 4.00pm and 6.00pm. You will be responsible for the safe pick-up, carriage and drop-off of pupils, maintaining vehicle cleanliness and roadworthiness, and reporting any defects or incidents.

Relief Minibus Driver - Key Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for the safe pick up, carriage and drop off of pupils using the minibuses
• Check your vehicle and report any defects, faults, incidents and accidents through the Vectare system
• Maintain the cleanliness of your vehicle inside and out, cleaning weekly
• Ensure your vehicle is fuelled and roadworthy
• Attend training as required

Relief Minibus Driver - You:

• Hold a full driving licence with maximum 3 penalty points and D1 entitlement or D or D1 PCV licence
• Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high standards in health, safety and the care of pupils
• Possess a reliable, calm and responsible approach with good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to use IT including email and electronic bus sign in systems
• Willing to undertake a Minibus Test arranged by the school

Abingdon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

To submit your CV for this exciting Relief Minibus Driver opportunity, click Apply today!