School Minibus Driver

Location: Kingston

Contract: 3 months, ongoing (potentially permanent)

Pay: £20.15 per hour through an umbrella company

Hours: 6 hrs per day, Monday to Thursday (24 hrs per week)

Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Minibus Driver to provide transport services for pupils of a multi-academy trust. This role is ideal for an individual with excellent customer service skills and a strong commitment to passenger safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport passengers to and from designated locations
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report any defects or maintenance issues
• Ensure compliance with road traffic legislation and transport regulations
• Assist passengers when boarding and exiting the vehicle where required
• Maintain accurate journey and vehicle records
• Keep the minibus clean, presentable, and roadworthy at all times
• Provide a professional and courteous service to all passengers

Essential Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence with D1 entitlement
• Previous experience driving a minibus or passenger-carrying vehicle
• Strong awareness of road safety and passenger welfare
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexibly when required

Desirable Requirements

• MiDAS certification
• Experience working within education, healthcare, or community transport settings
• Enhanced DBS clearance