G Cars
General Information
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Role: School Transport Driver
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Job Type: Part-time, Permanent
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Sector: Education / Student Transportation
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Timeline: Recruiting for a March/April start
Financials & Hours
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Pay: £12.85 per hour
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Hours: Minimum 15 hours per week
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Schedule: Term-time only (aligned with school dates)
Key Responsibilities
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Safe Transportation: Transporting pupils between home (or designated pick-up points) and school, ensuring they arrive on time.
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Welfare & Safety: Monitoring the welfare of children during the journey and reporting any accidents, incidents, or behavioral concerns.
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Vehicle Operation: Ensuring the safe operation of the vehicle, considering road conditions and specialized requirements like wheelchair transportation.
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Professionalism: Wearing an ID badge at all times, providing parents/guardians with a contact number, and treating pupil information with confidentiality.
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Special Needs Support: Some pupils have additional needs; you may be required to undertake training to support specific contracts.
Candidate Requirements
Compliance & Licencing
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Taxi Driver’s Badge: Successful applicants must obtain a taxi driver’s badge (this involves a driving assessment and a DBS check).
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Note: The company pays for the badge.
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DBS & Training: Must pass an Enhanced DBS check and complete Safeguarding training.
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Identification: Must be willing to wear an ID badge to confirm background check compliance.
Skills & Attributes
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Communication: Excellent skills to interact professionally with clients (parents), pupils, and team members.
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Reliability: Punctual and committed to the morning/afternoon school runs.
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Technical Knowledge: A strong understanding of vehicle operation and basic maintenance.
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Compassion: Friendly and professional, with a focus on child welfare.
Important Notes
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Medical Limitations: Drivers and assistants are not permitted to administer routine medication or carry out medical procedures.
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Independent Working: While you may have a Passenger Assistant on some routes, you are responsible for managing pupil behavior and road safety.
To apply for this job please visit www.jobijoba.co.uk.