We are looking for friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Minibus Drivers to provide a safe and efficient transport service for our pupils on a part-time basis. Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence. A D1 entitlement is preferred but not essential.

As part of our transport team, you will support a variety of school transport routes and activities. Working hours will vary according to the College’s operational requirements and may include mornings and afternoons during the school week, including Saturdays.

The salary is based on an hourly rate of £12.88.

We offer a supportive working environment, along with a range of benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and complimentary gym membership.

Application forms are to be submitted through My New Term, which can be found on our Framlingham College website alongside the recruitment packs. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us via hr@framlinghamcollege.co.uk.

Job Description

Job Purpose

To help provide an efficient and safe transport service as well as ensuring basic checks are carried out to the minibus prior to driving.

Key Responsibilities

• To drive the College’s fleet of minibuses and cars.
• Transport pupils to and from school on a set route using specified stops as timetabled, as required.
• Transport pupils and staff on outings and other scheduled journeys as directed.
• Complete airport/railway drop-offs and pickups at the beginning and end of each term.
• Be responsible for the safety and supervision of pupils, including their good behaviour, on all journeys and report any issues to the school.
• Maintain bus registers.
• Undertake daily routine maintenance checks on the vehicle and ensure that the vehicle is kept in a clean condition. General duties as requested, i.e. loading, lifting and moving.
• Regular communication with the Transport Manager for passenger and timetable updates.
• Check that all pupils have their seat belts properly fastened before the vehicle moves off and ensure they wear them for the duration of the journey, and that the full complement of the vehicle is not exceeded at any time.
• Decide whether it is safe to operate or not, in view of the prevailing weather and road conditions.
• Report any vehicle defects through the correct channels.
• Ensure full knowledge of and adherence to the College’s Minibus Policy, procedures and guidance.
• Follow safety rules as pupils are boarding and exiting buses, and as they cross roads to do so.
• Fasten all doors properly when a child enters or leaves the vehicle, and ensure all pupils remain properly seated whilst the vehicle is in motion, checking any misbehaviour which might lead to an incident and reporting it to the Transport Manager. Ensure the minibus is tidy before and after use, removing any rubbish left behind.
• Drive in a safe and considerate manner by complying with all laws and school policies pertaining to the driving of minibuses or Health and Safety of staff and pupils (and other passengers).
• Declare to the school any driving sanctions or convictions that may affect the driving, insurance or operation of the school minibuses gained after the checks are made for initial employment. Undergo an annual check of driving licences.
• It is the post holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact with, to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Safeguarding Policy at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the post the post holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school, s/he must report any concerns to the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead.

This Job Description will be reviewed annually and may be subject to amendment or modification at any time after consultation with the post holder. It is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks but sets out the main expectations of the School in relation to the post holder’s professional responsibilities and duties. Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from management to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description. It is understood that areas of responsibility are from time to time subject to review and are negotiable in the light of the needs of the school and the professional development of the staff.

Person Specification

Essential (E) / Desirable (D)

Qualifications

• Basic numeracy and literacy (E)
• Full driving licence (E)
• Category D1 driving licence (D)
• First aid certificate (D)

Professional Competencies and Skills

• Knowledge of the local area and roads (E)
• Able to work on own initiative (E)
• Accurately adhere to deadlines/timetables (E)
• Basic motor vehicle knowledge (E)
• Able to work under pressure (E)
• A sound knowledge of driving laws, regulations and safety procedures (D)

Professional Experience

• Two years driving experience (E)
• Previous experience of driving a large bus or vehicle (D)
• Customer service experience (D)
• Previous experience as a school minibus driver (D)

Personal Attributes

• Flexibility and adaptability (E)
• Polite and helpful, reliable and trustworthy (E)
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude
• High level of confidentiality, discretion and tact (E)
• Willingness to respond to changing priorities (D)
• Calm and approachable (D)
• Able to show initiative (D)

Safeguarding

• Awareness of safeguarding issues (E)
• Knowledge of safeguarding children legislation and good practice (D)

If you would like to apply for this role, please complete an application using the Apply button below

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Our Guidance Notes for Applicants can also be found on the portal. Please complete the application by 9am on Wednesday 11 November 2026.
Please note that we are unable to accept applications unless they are made on our own application form. Due to the number of applications the School receives, please be aware that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to be invited for an interview.
The Mill Hill Education Group reserves the right to interview candidates ahead of the closing date and applications will be considered as they are received.
The Mill Hill Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. As part of our Recruitment Checks, the appointed candidate will be subject to a Social Media and Enhanced DBS Check.
The schools apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for all positions at the schools which amount to regulated activity. The role you are applying for meets the legal definition of regulated activity with children.
If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form.
Employment with the schools is conditional upon the schools being satisfied with the result of the Enhanced DBS Disclosure. Any criminal records information that is disclosed to the schools will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or code of practice published by the DBS. It is an offence for a person barred from working with children to apply for this post.
The Mill Hill Education Group is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Successful applicants will also be expected to keep up to date with annual safeguarding training, DfE guidance and School-specific safeguarding information.