Casual Minibus Driver

Dixie Grammar School; Market Bosworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A coeducational independent school in Leicestershire is seeking a part-time School Minibus Driver to transport pupils safely to and from school and between sites. The ideal candidate will hold a Full, clean driving licence with D1 entitlement and demonstrate excellent driving skills alongside the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff. This casual role operates term-time only, requiring availability during morning and afternoon shifts. Competitive hourly pay of £12.21 is offered, with professional development and a pension contribution included.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

5% matched pension contribution

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a driving role preferred, especially with mini-buses.
• Understanding of Safeguarding in Schools, with training provided.

Responsibilities

• Transport pupils to school and between sites safely.
• Respond to a changing timetable to meet the needs of the school.

Skills

Excellent driving skills with calm disposition

Good awareness of road safety

Experience of driving a mini-bus

Ability to forge excellent relationships with pupils and adults

Calmness in dealing with situations

Education

Full, clean driving licence with D1 entitlement

Job description

Overview

Employment Type: Part-time, Zero hours contract

Salary Range: Hourly rate of £12.21 per hour plus ongoing professional development and a 5% matched pension contribution on qualifying earnings.

Job Description

The Dixie Grammar School is a selective 3-18 coeducational independent school set in three uniquely beautiful settings in rural Leicestershire. We are a happy school, in which our polite pupils are comfortable in their own skins, grounded, energetic and constantly challenged. This role covers both the Senior & Junior Sections of the School site which are based in Market Bosworth and Wellsborough in the Leicestershire countryside.

The role of the School Minibus Driver is part of the school support team and work in the morning and afternoons to transport our pupils into school and between sites. This is a responsible role which aims to deliver the highest standards of safety and care for our pupils.

You will be:

• An excellent driver with calm disposition, good awareness of road safety, and experience of driving a mini-bus preferred
• patient, kind and sensible and be able to forge excellent relationships with pupils and adults
• able to respond to a changing timetable to meet the needs of the school and pupils
• able to deal with situations in a calm manner

Qualifications

• A Full, clean driving licence with D1 entitlement
• Ability to work term-time only, on a split shift pattern Monday-Friday
• Have a good understanding of Safeguarding in Schools (however training will also be provided)

Additional Information

Anticipated Start date: As soon as possible.

The post is casual cover role, term time only. Hours 7am-9.15am & 3.30pm-5.45pm.

Deadline for applications: 31 March 2026

PLEASE ENSURE THAT AN APPLICATION FORM IS COMPLETED. WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT CVS.

N.B. we reserve the right to shortlist qualified candidates earlier should suitable applications be received.

The School is committed to the safety and well-being of its students and is rigorous in its appointment procedures ensuring that the latest guidance is followed in respect of safer recruitment of staff, including visiting staff and, where required, volunteers. The School has a positive and effective Equal Opportunities Policy, actively promotes equality of opportunity and ensures that all recruitment is undertaken in line with the policy, Keeping Children Safe in Education (Sept 2024), Safer Recruitment principles and the Equality Act 2010. The School will comply with the Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006 (DUCA), the Prevent Duty Guidance for England and Wales (2024) and any guidance or code of practice published by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).

No Agencies please.

Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract

Pay: £12.21 per hour

• On-site parking

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Are you available at short notice for cover?

Temple Hall
Wellsborough
Leicestershire
CV13 6PA