Minibus Driver
King Edward’s School, Bath is looking for a reliable and friendly Minibus Driver to provide safe and punctual transport for pupils during term time. This rewarding role involves driving designated routes, supporting school activities and events, and helping to maintain the school’s minibus fleet.
The ideal candidate will hold a full clean UK driving licence with D1 entitlement, have excellent time management and communication skills, and enjoy working with young people as part of a supportive school community.
Salary: £14.53 per hour plus holiday pay
Hours: 10–20 hours per week, term time only (36 weeks per year), typically 7.00am–9.00am and/or 4pm–6pm, Monday to Friday.
We may interview suitably qualified candidates before the closing date for this role.
Salary: £14.53 per hour plus holiday pay
Hours: 10–20 hours per week, term time only (36 weeks per year), typically 7.00am–9.00am and/or 4pm–6pm, Monday to Friday.
We may interview suitably qualified candidates before the closing date for this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely transport pupilsto and from school following designated routes and timetables.
- Provide a reliable, punctual and professionaltransport service.
- Carry out routine vehicle checks, cleaning and refuelling to maintain a safe and roadworthy minibus.
- Maintain passenger recordsand report any vehicle faults or safety concerns.
- Support school trips, events and the transport of equipment between sites when required.
- Comply with all safeguarding, health and safety, and road traffic regulations.
- Act as a positive ambassador for King Edward's School, building good relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Full clean UK driving licencewith D1 entitlement.
- Excellent time managementand reliability.
- Strong communicationand interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive relationshipswith pupils, parents and colleagues.
- Professional, friendlyand customer-focused approach.
- Ability to work independentlyand as part of a team.
- Good awarenessof health and safety responsibilities.
- Experience drivingpassenger vehicles desirable.
Benefits
Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Free refreshments, fruit and a 3-course lunch during term time.
- Employee assistance packages - AIG SmartHealth and L&G Sparks.
- Recently refurbished gym on-site and access to gym membership offer for the University of Bath.
- Generous and competitive school fee remission.
- Tax-efficient Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Pilates classes & running club.
- Support towards prescription glasses and eye tests.
- If applicable, you will be automatically enrolled into the King Edward’s School, Bath Group Personal Pension Plan with an employer’s contribution of 6% of salary, to be matched by a 2% employee contribution.
About King Edward's School, Bath
About King Edward’s School, Bath
Founded in 1552, King Edward’s School (KES) is
Bath’s oldest school and one of the leading co-educational independent schools in the south-west of England. The School was recently awarded Independent Secondary School of the Year in the South West by the
Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 (
Read more). Serving pupils aged 3–18 across its
Senior and
Sixth Form sections, KES combines a rich heritage with a forward-thinking approach to education (
The School is thriving and inclusive with a strong sense of community and reputation for excellence both in and beyond the classroom and has a long-standing tradition of academic excellence, reflected in consistently outstanding results (Read more). We are proud to provide a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to grow in confidence, curiosity and character.
Working at King Edward’s means becoming part of a collaborative and welcoming staff team, where professionalism is balanced with warmth and a shared commitment to supporting young people. We value our staff and are dedicated to creating a positive working environment with opportunities for development and contribution across the wider school community.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.