About this role
Home‑to‑School Driver
Hendon Preparatory School
Pay: £15–£16 per hour
Hours: 6:30–9:00am & 3:30–6:00pm, Monday–Friday
Contract: Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026
Hendon Preparatory School is seeking a reliable and professional Home‑to‑School Driver to support our daily pupil transport service.
The successful candidate will be responsible for safely transporting pupils to and from school during term time, ensuring a punctual, friendly, and high‑quality service while adhering to all legal, safety, and school requirements.
Key Responsibilities include:
Driving school buses for home‑to‑school journeys
Ensuring pupil safety and wellbeing at all times
Completing daily vehicle checks, timesheets, and transport paperwork
Following agreed routes, schedules, and school policies
Reporting any vehicle defects, safety concerns, or incidents promptly
Acting as a positive and courteous ambassador for the school
The Successful Candidate Will:
Be aged 21 or over with a full UK driving licence (held for at least 2 years)
Hold a valid Driver CPC and digital tachograph card
Be reliable, punctual, and professional
Communicate well with pupils, parents, and staff
Be flexible and able to work split shifts
Experience transporting children or driving passenger‑carrying vehicles is desirable but not essential.
Hendon Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and social media checks.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.