SCHOOL MINIBUS DRIVER (Term time only, Fixed for one year) Sept 2026

Reporting to: The Bursar

Cumnor House Sussex is looking to appoint a reliable, professional and caring School Minibus Driver to transport our pupils safely to and from school during the morning and afternoon school runs, Monday to Friday, term time only (34 weeks). If you are a dependable driver who enjoys working with children and would like to become part of our welcoming school community, we would be delighted to hear from you.

At Cumnor House Sussex, we pride ourselves on providing an exceptional level of care and customer service to our families. This is a vital role within the school, and we are looking for someone who is experienced, conscientious, trustworthy and professional, with a genuine commitment to ensuring our pupils enjoy a safe and welcoming journey every day.

Cumnor House has long had a very strong reputation for an excellent academic provision that includes securing places for our children at the top Senior Schools in the South East and the country, as well as winning numerous academic and extra-curricular scholarships. It is a school rightly known for the warmth and strength of its community, the great breadth and depth of its educational provision, and its positive and supportive culture; all of which is encapsulated in its motto, ‘Aim High, Be Kind, Dare to be Different’.

Key requirements of the role include:

The successful candidate will have:

A full driving license preferably with a Cat D1 entitlement and an excellent driving record

The ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in emergency situations.

A minimum age of 21 years old

You should have, or be prepared to take, a suitable First Aid qualification;

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, maintaining positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues while helping to create a happy, safe and respectful atmosphere on the minibus.

A positive, flexible and good-humoured approach.

Hours of work:

For the following working pattern:

Full role: 20 hours per week, plus additional overtime opportunities as required for Cumnor Sports matches, Cumnor day trips or for other local public primary schools as part of our community outreach in sport, science and drama.

Morning start: 6.15 am

Afternoon start: 4.15pm

Salary: £12,290

Holidays, Remuneration and Benefits

Generous contributory pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Complimentary dining and refreshments available all day during term time

Free use of swimming pool at specified times

Occupational sick pay scheme

Death in service benefit

Employee Assistance Programme

Application Process and Safeguarding

To apply, please complete our application form (available on our website) and submit it with a covering letter by 20th July 2026 to hr@cumnor.co.uk.

We reserve the right to make an appointment at any time prior to the closing date. If you have any enquiries, please contact Karen German on 01825 790347.

Cumnor House Sussex is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, a satisfactory safeguarding interview, preemployment references, verification of ID, medical fitness, relevant qualifications, and other security checks, including Overseas and Teachers' Barred Lists.

Cumnor House Sussex is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff share this commitment and are expected to:

Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children.

Foster a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection.

Help provide a safe and welcoming environment where children and adults feel secure, are listened to and know their concerns will be taken seriously.

Be alert to signs that a child may be at risk of harm and take appropriate action in line with the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policies.

Always act in the best interests of pupils.

All staff play a vital role in identifying concerns early and providing support for children and are expected to work in accordance with the School's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policies.

For further information about the role and our safeguarding policies, please visit the school website.