School Minibus Driver

At Edgbaston High School we pride ourselves in the extra services we are able to offer to our parents and girls, and our school transport provision is integral to this. We are seeking a safety-conscious, calm and reliable minibus driver to join our team from September. Job Purpose To safely transport pupils between designated pick up points in Sutton Coldfield and the School, working 5 hours each day over 2 shifts (before/after school). Authorised overtime may be available for other school trips/events. At least two years' driving experience is necessary, as well as a full clean UK driving licence (with D1 entitlement). Candidates must be aged 25+ (for insurance purposes). Duties Daily inspection of the school bus, prior to setting off on a journey, to ensure roadworthiness, serviceability and duty of care. Completing the daily and weekly inspection list on the vehicle. Monitoring the cleanliness of the vehicle and ensuring the bus is regularly cleaned internally and externally. Check petrol and fluid levels, to ensure efficiency and safety. Reporting any concerns with regard to the roadworthiness of the vehicle to the Estate and Facilities Manager. Driving the school bus in an appropriate manner with due regard to safety and speed limits. Supervision of students on the school bus to ensure safety (including checks to ensure seatbelts and head rests are being used appropriately and that the students remain in their seats at all times). Enforcement of the school minibus policy and the reporting of any incidents or unsatisfactory behaviour to the Deputy Head Pastoral. Communicating, using agreed school protocols, with parents of pupils on the bus to ensure efficient and safe practice. Collecting and dropping off students at designated locations and times. Dealing with accidents/incidents and reporting them to the School Office/Deputy Head, as appropriate. Ensuring that all personal data is protected. A full job description and person specification can be found in