Minibus Driver

Minibus Driver – Ongoing Temporary Contract

10–15 hours per month. Broxbourne Campus and Offsite. £16.38 per hour. Contract period: September 2026 to March 2027, possibly beyond. Pattern: driving College students to football away matches (around 2 sessions per month).

About the Role

This role supports student enrichment activities, ensuring learners can safely participate in off‑site sporting events.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport College students to and from football away fixtures in accordance with road‑traffic law and College procedures
• Ensure the safety and welfare of learners at all times while in transit
• Conduct and record pre‑ and post‑journey vehicle safety checks
• Keep the minibus clean, secure and roadworthy
• Report any defects, incidents or concerns promptly in line with College procedures
• Adhere to College safeguarding, health and safety, and driver conduct policies
• Drive in a professional, courteous manner and represent Hertford Regional College positively at all times
• Follow planned routes and schedules, with flexibility where required due to traffic or venue changes
• Liaise appropriately with College staff during journeys and at venues

Training & Compliance

• Holder of a Herts Certificate of Competence for minibus driving, completed before carrying learners
• Training arranged by the College in liaison with the successful candidate
• Compliance to HRG compliance process including: in‑person ID and proof of address verification; Enhanced DBS application (administered by HRG, cost £65.20 unless already held); 2 years of professional/character references; completion of several online training modules as stipulated by HRC

About You

• Good geographical knowledge of the local area
• Competence in undertaking daily vehicle safety checks and basic vehicle maintenance
• A calm, responsible and professional approach to driving
• Strong time‑management and reliability
• Understanding of, or willingness to follow, safeguarding procedures within an educational environment

Age & Driving Experience (Essential)

• Must be over 21 years of age; due to insurance requirements, minimum 25 years of age
• Minimum of 2 years’ driving experience

Licence Requirements (Essential)

• Current, clean and valid driving licence
• Either D1 unrestricted or D1 restricted (car licence obtained before 01 January 1997)

HRC is an equal opportunities employer.

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