Minibus Driver - London, United Kingdom - Harrodian School

Description

A rewarding opportunity has opened up to join Harrodian School's Transport Team.
We are looking for a minibus driver to cover the afternoon bus journey taking children home from school.

We can offer 20 hours per week, from 3.30pm to 7.30pm on Mondays to Fridays during term times (as published on the school website).

Rate of Pay:
£15.00 per hour with a minimum of 4 hours paid. This hourly rate is calculated to include statutory holiday entitlement. You will usually be finished by 6.15/30pm.

The Get-back-Home route is the return journey from Barnes to Knightsbridge via the A4 and over Chiswick Bridge. There are several drop-off points along the way.

The Minibus Driver is accountable to the Transport Coordinator.

The main responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operating one of the School's afternoon bus routes from Barnes to Knightsbridge and back to Barnes, via given dropoff points as requested by the Transport Coordinator
• Driving safely, legally and responsibly, always abiding by the Highway Code
• Ensuring the care, health, safety and security of passengers at all times
• Managing passenger behaviour according to the School's behavioural policy (training will be given)
• Ensuring that the minibus is kept clean and in good condition
• Daily visual inspection/checking of tyres, lights, oil, water, fuel, signage, etc.
• Be familiar with vehicle handbook and operating instructions
• Ensuring that any maintenance work required is communicated immediately to the Transport Manager
• Adhering to all school policies including Health and Safety guidelines for minibus drivers
• Communicating directly with parents regarding changes to schedule, passenger list, etc.

Essential requirements:

• D1 Licence with no 101 restrictions
• Physically fit and able to drive a manual 17seater minibus
• Confident to drive into London
• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently in English
• Diplomatic, tactful, welcoming, with a "cando" attitude
• Excellent time keeping skills
• Presentable
• Calm under pressure
• Conscientious, wellorganised and reliable
• Health and Safety awareness
• A positive and resourceful approach to problem solving
• Capable of using initiative
• Ability to work and interact in an enthusiastic and friendly manner
• Able to understand customer needs and provide a high standard of customer service
• Flexibility in working hours to meet the needs of the School
• Willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred List check, overseas police check (where applicable) and appropriate Safeguarding and Prevent training

Desirable requirements:

• Experience of education environment
• First Aid qualification

Job Types:
Permanent, Part-time

Part-time hours: 20 per week


Salary:
£15.00 per hour


Benefits:

• Onsite parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Are you committed and reliable?

Language:

• English confidently and clearly (required)

Licence/Certification:

• D1 Licence with no 101 restrictions

(required)


Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:
Transport/MinibusD1

Expected start date: 13/11/2023