Minibus Driver

Additional Responsibilities / Key Tasks - To collect students for a targeted home-to-school attendance support service, hours may vary dependent on target students. - To support in carrying out home visits with a member of the attendance team. - Willingness to do additional work driving groups of students on trips that are organised during the school day as required. - To follow procedures regarding safety / maintenance checks of the minibus. - To report any concerns regarding safety / maintenance to the Site Manager. - To maintain the vehicle in a good clean condition. - Willingness to undertake attendance admin tasks if required. Ability to: - Drive safely. Applicants must have a full clean driving licence and whilst not essential hold a Category D1 licence and be able to meet the medical requirements for driving a passenger vehicle. - Communicate effectively with staff and students. - Relate well to young people. - Maintain control of students supported by one of our Attendance Team. Skills - Excellent driving skills. - Good knowledge of local area. - Desirable - previous experience driving a minibus. Characteristics - Calm and patient. - Excellent attendance record and excellent time keeping. - Reliability. - Sense of humour. - Willingness to be flexible and work to meet the best interests of the school. - Self-motivated. - Team worker.