Job Description and Person Specification School Minibus Driver

Job Title: Minibus Driver

Responsible to: Estates and Facilities Manager

Hours: Part Time, Term Time Only + Inset Days - 4 hours per day, Monday to Friday

Purpose of Job: To transport students to and from the school site in a safe and timely manner

The Role

The performance of all the duties and responsibilities shown below will be under the reasonable direction of the Estates and Facilities Manager, Estates Supervisor, Bursar, Headteacher or other Senior Manager if appropriate. Under the direction of the Estates Supervisor, the Minibus Driver will be required to assist with the security of the premises and its contents, safeguarding children and ensuring they arrive and leave school in a safe manner whilst meeting the operational needs of a day school.

Whilst the primary requirements of the appointee will be to drive and look after the school minibuses they will also be called upon to carry out various other duties as required. These may include, as well as other maintenance jobs, assisting the other grounds and maintenance staff in carrying out their duties (particularly in times of staff absence) and the provision of the occasional delivery and collection service for which the use of a small van is available. The Minibus Driver will be required to drive the School’s minibus for which a formal qualification will be required, this will be covered by the School.

This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It will be reviewed regularly and may be subject to modification or amendment at any time after due consideration.

General Requirements

• Previous experience in an estate or facilities management role is desirable

• Previous minibus or PCV driving experience from a similar role

• A good understanding of compliance, health and safety and other statutory regulations

Hold a valid driver's licence

• Hold a D1 category licence (training can be provided)

An ideal candidate will

• Previous experience in driving minibuses/larger vehicles and have knowledge of the local area

• Be reliable, flexible and readily available to support the needs of the school

• Have effective communication skills and good interpersonal skills

• Work well as part of a team and independently

Be confident and a reassuring presence whilst maintaining a professional relationship with students

• Be able to give instructions and manage situations involving different groups of people

• Have basic IT skills (familiar with use of email, mobile phone messaging etc.)

• Be calm in an emergency and flexible to respond to unexpected situations

Main Duties

This is a 'hands-on' appointment and the Minibus Driver is expected to be fully involved with the daily duties being flexible and responsive. It is essential that the candidate is able to demonstrate their ability to work as part of an effective team. The ability to prioritise work and identify, diagnose and solve problems before they affect the operation of the school is essential.

• Being committed to the safeguarding of children

• Liaise with the Estates Supervisor regarding work to be carried out

• Check that the minibus is in good working condition for the journey

• Ensure, on a daily basis, that you have the correct students requiring service on your route before departure

• Before each trip, complete the drivers check sheet and mileage log

• Maintain the school minibuses, including cleaning and making basic repairs as directed

• Collect students from an agreed meeting place as instructed

• Ensure students board the minibus safely and ensure all seat belts are worn correctly at all times

• Safely transport students to their agreed drop off/collection location

• Refuel the minibuses as and when required

• Carry out compliance and legislative checks to ensure the School remains fully compliant

• Report any faulty appliances, damaged furniture/equipment and any other potential hazards

• Report any accident or any illness of an infectious nature • Understand and ensure the implementation of the H&S policy, emergency and Fire procedures

• Promote and ensure the good reputation of the School both on and off site

• Maintain a professional manner in all interactions with parents, pupils, staff and others

• Ensure that all equipment used is clean and well maintained and put away after use

• To demonstrate non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work

• Maintain complete confidentiality of all matters concerning the School, pupils, staff and related work

• Participate in, when required, staff or pupil meetings and attend training sessions as required

• Participate in agreed systems of appraisal and individual performance review

• Ensure the security of the School and its property is maintained at all times

• Occasional out of hours work is required, however notice will be given in advance.

This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It will be reviewed regularly and may be subject to modification or amendment at any time after due consideration. Holme Grange is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants