Minibus Driver

Posted 2 hours 23 minutes ago by Venn Group

Permanent
Not Specified
Transport & Logistics Jobs
Surrey, Kingston Upon Thames, United Kingdom, KT1 1
Job Description

School Minibus Driver

Location: Kingston

Contract: 3 months, ongoing (potentially permanent)

Pay: £20.15 per hour through an umbrella company

Hours: 6 hrs per day, Monday to Thursday (24 hrs per week)

Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Minibus Driver to provide transport services for pupils of a multi-academy trust. This role is ideal for an individual with excellent customer service skills and a strong commitment to passenger safety.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely transport passengers to and from designated locations
  • Conduct daily vehicle checks and report any defects or maintenance issues
  • Ensure compliance with road traffic legislation and transport regulations
  • Assist passengers when boarding and exiting the vehicle where required
  • Maintain accurate journey and vehicle records
  • Keep the minibus clean, presentable, and roadworthy at all times
  • Provide a professional and courteous service to all passengers

Essential Requirements

  • Full UK Driving Licence with D1 entitlement
  • Previous experience driving a minibus or passenger-carrying vehicle
  • Strong awareness of road safety and passenger welfare
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work flexibly when required

Desirable Requirements

  • MiDAS certification
  • Experience working within education, healthcare, or community transport settings
  • Enhanced DBS clearance