Job Description
• Warlingham Park School
• Minibus Driver
• Salary: £15 per hour
• Flexible Hours as required
• ASAP Start
• Website: www.warlinghamparkschool.com
We are currently looking to appoint Minibus Drivers to join our pool of drivers at Warlingham Park School. This is a great opportunity for anyone with a full and valid driving license including D1, looking for flexible work in the local area.
The main duties will be transporting pupils as directed and as the need arises.
Based in Warlingham, Surrey, Warlingham Park School is a truly inclusive, co-educational independent school. Here, you will find a unique family feel and small classes, plus a team of teachers that provide a tailored education to each child in a nurturing, respectful environment that promotes excellence in learning and encourages exceptional behaviour.
As our minibus drive you will have the following Duties and Responsibilities;
• To undertake minibus driving as directed.
• To carry out vehicle checks and basic maintenance (checking oil levels, etc)
• To ensure prompt departure from school or external collection points in accordance with the minibus schedule to ensure all pupils arrive and depart on time for all trips.
• Communicate with parents or guardians where appropriate
• To be aware and comply with the protocols and procedures in the event of an emergency/breakdown
• To fully comply with all school policies and procedures as well as external legislation, road traffic regulations and the Highway Code
• To ensure pupils adhere to all School regulations throughout the journey, including remaining seated and wearing seat belts
• To ensure that there is enough fuel left in the tank after every trip in support of other journeys
• To report vehicle defects
• To ensure the vehicle is clean and roadworthy before and after use
• To be responsible for the Health and Safety, comfort and welfare of pupils while in the minibus
• To attend relevant training courses as required
• To ensure that pupils are met by adults when dropping of at scheduled parent collection points. Drivers must disembark the vehicle to ensure safe delivery and are responsible for ensuring pupils cross roads safely. A duty of care towards our pupils is paramount.
• If the bus is anticipated to be late, on either inward and/or return journey, both the school, and parents must be immediately informed
• To fully comply with all vehicle security regulations, school and DVSA rules and regulations relating to licences, including updating the school as appropriate and allowing licence checks to be conducted every twelve months
Having previous school driving experience is not essential however would be looked upon favourably. The role requires someone who is flexible, observant and patient but most importantly someone who is caring and child centered.
If you feel you have the skills and qualifications for this role we look forward to your application. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.
Please apply via the following link - https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000000634
For further details please do not hesitate to contact Tom@inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk
Warlingham Park School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).