Mini Bus Driver-Support Staff

Job Title: Minibus Driver

Location: Walsall

We are looking for a Minibus Driver to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

• To provide a reliable safe service to children and staff for educational visits, sporting activities and extended school visits. Ensure each passenger is comfortably and securely seated including securing wheelchairs if necessary and ensuring that all accesses are clear.
• To undertake routine maintenance on minibus, e.g. checking water, tyre pressures, oil, mirrors and windows.
• To ensure that the minibus is left clean and tidy after each use.
• To ensure that the minibus is adequately fuelled for each journey.
• Collect and drop off students, in particular students with SEND, at designated locations and times.
• Liaise with the Passenger Assistant to ensure a good professional relationship including effective communication between school and home.
• To record and monitor mileage and any faults before and after every trip.
• Report any accidents/ incidents to the Senior Leadership Team and complete appropriate paperwork and also produce written reports.
• To ensure the safety and welfare of staff and service users by complying with the appropriate Health and Safety Regulations and the employment of safe working practices.
• Ensure the first aid box is checked, the contents are in date & replenished regularly.
• Ensuring signs inside the bus are properly attached and in good condition.
• Such other duties as may be allocated from time to time.
• To comply with the relevant policies and procedures of the school.
• To undertake training appropriate to the post as required.

Pay Range

Grade 3 Scale Point 4 – 6

Qualifications and Skills

• Essential
• Full, clean UK driving licence suitable for minibus driving
• Willingness to undergo occupational medical assessment
• Desirable
• D1 category on driving licence, if not we will provide the necessary mini bus training
• Relevant transport or passenger safety training.

Benefits

• Discounts on everyday purchases (Eden Red)
• A comprehensive free of charge health plan (UK Health Care)
• A cycle to work scheme via Halfords
• Access to the Blue Light Card
• Further benefits including education sector leading CPD

Additional Information

The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

The Mercian Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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