Lucklex HOUSE SCHOOL
WELCOME
Thank you for the interest you have shown in joining Luckley House School as a Minibus Driver.
Luckley House is a warm and welcoming boarding and day school. We are a community, small enough at 380 pupils for everyone to be seen, valued and counted but large enough to provide a wide variety of academic, sport and creative opportunities.
Our uniqueness lies in the combination of our size, Christian ethos and flexibility to meet the needs of individual pupils and their families. We provide a distinctly academic education that is tailored to the individual needs of each pupil. This is offered in the context of a broad curriculum which celebrates the arts and sports as much as academic achievement.
We are looking to recruit a friendly and enthusiastic Minibus Driver to join our team of drivers providing a safe and efficient transport service for our pupils on one of the School’s designated bus routes.
Drivers are also expected to assist in looking after the school minibuses, ensuring they are safe, clean and tidy at all times.
This is a key role as a representative and ambassador for the School. A full clean driving licence with category D1 and previous experience of driving a large vehicle is essential.
I am delighted that you are considering applying for this role and hope that you feel inspired to submit an application.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Mrs Claire Gilding-Brant Head
ABOUT LUCKLEY HOUSE
Luckley House is a co-educational, independent day and boarding school for pupils aged from 11 to 18 years. Situated on the southern outskirts of Wokingham, Berkshire, Luckley House is set in 20 acres of landscaped lawns and majestic woodland. The School has a Christian ethos with a mission and values which flow from this.
The mission of the School is to provide an outstanding education for boys and girls characterised by academic excellence, a rich and diverse range of opportunities, aspiration and enthusiasm for life and generosity of spirit. The School has strong traditions in music, drama, art, debating, community outreach and sport, and there are many cocurricular activities open to pupils to help them develop their talents to reach the highest possible standards.
Luckley House was formed in 1959 through the merger of two girls’ schools: Luckley School, founded in 1918 on the current site, and Oakfield House, established in the Lake District in 1895. The School adopted the name Luckley House School in 2013, and in 2015 began admitting boys for the first time. Over the past decade, student numbers have grown by over 75%, with boys now comprising half of the student body. Currently, the School is at its full capacity of 380 students and has been given for approval to expand to 420.
The School is committed to inclusivity, welcoming pupils from all faiths and backgrounds, which enriches the community and prepares students for the diversity of the modern world. Most students live within a 15-mile radius of the School, with many joining in Years 7, 9, and the Sixth Form from both independent and maintained schools. There are 40 boarding places available, with between 35 and 40 students boarding on weeknights, approximately half of whom are from abroad or are weekly boarders.
Luckley House offers a highly personalized academic experience, tailoring its education to the individual needs of each pupil.
The academic results at both GCSE and A Level consistently exceed national averages, and the majority of students secure places at their first-choice universities.
THE ROLE
JOB TITLE: Minibus Driver
JOB PURPOSE: To provide a safe transport service for the School.
ACCOUNTABILITY: To the General Services Manager
TO START: September 2026
TERMS: Part time, permanent
HOURS:
Morning Session Monday to Friday Hours: 06:30 09:00
Afternoon Session Monday to Thursday Hours: 16:00 – 19:00
Friday
Hours: 16:00 – 17:30 Total: 26 hours per week
SALARY: £12.73 per hour
CLOSING DATE: Friday 31 July 2026 (noon)
(Early applications are advised as we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.)
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
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Operating a school minibus on one of the School’s designated bus routes, collecting pupils from given pick-up points along the route and delivering them safely to school each school day morning and returning them safely in the evening.
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Ensuring the minibus is kept clean and in good condition, including, but not restricted to weekly cleaning of the bus, both inside and out, refueling vehicle as required, ensuring signs inside the bus are properly attached and in good condition, regular visual inspection/ checking of tyres, lights, oil, water, flue, etc. and ensure additional work required is communicated immediately to the General Services Manager.
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Adhering to all school policies including Health and Safety guidelines for minibus drivers.
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Liaising directly with parents when necessary.
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Covering other minibus drivers as required.
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Undertaking any associated duties as required by the General Services Manager.
Essential requirements:
Hold a current, clean and valid driving licence D1 unrestricted or a PCV licence or D1 restricted (car licence obtained prior to 01.01.1997).
Competent to undertake daily and weekly vehicle checks and carry out basic maintenance on the vehicle.
Experience, skills and knowledge:
Experience of driving a large vehicle.
Pleasant, patient and helpful personality.
Effective communicator.
STAFF BENEFITS
PLACE OF WORK Luckley House School, Wokingham; a historic market town with vibrant centre and great transport links
GYM Free use of the School gym.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMME Confidential independent support service for all staff.
PARKING Free on-site parking.
PENSION SCHEME Contributory pension scheme through APTIS with generous employer's contribution
DEATH IN SERVICE If an employee dies while in service, a lump sum of four times their salary is paid.
ELECTRIC CHARGING POINTS These are located on-site in designated parking bays.
STAFF SOCIALS The School holds a Staff Social at the end of each term and all staff are invited to attend.
HEALTH CENTRE All staff can access the Health Centre for urgent medical issues.
FLU VACCINE All taf are entitled to one free flu vaccine every year.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT The School has a dedicated training budget for all staff.
HALF-TERM HERO Staff can nominate a colleague for a prize draw at the end of each half-term
FEE REMISSION Fee concession of 25% for all staff (pro rata if part time).
WELLBEING The School holds an annual well-being afternoon.
MEALS & SNACKS Free lunches and refreshments during term
HOW TO APPLY
For further details please contact please contact HR on 0118 974 3207 or 0118 974 3223 or via email Recruitment@luckleyhouseschool.org
An application form is available on the School’s website (www.luckleyhouseschool.org)
Closing date: Friday 31 July 2026 We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.