Casual / Bank Minibus Drivers

Newfriars College is a Specialist FE College with 200+ learners aged between 16 and 25 who have a range of Special Educational Needs. At Newfriars, we are creating a vision that places our learners and their families at the heart of everything we do. Can you drive a minibus? Would you like a rewarding job working with young people with special educational needs and disabilities? Would you like to join a dedicated and supportive team? We want to appoint flexible minibus drivers to join our Team. As a member of our Transport Team, you will work closely with other support staff, teaching assistants and teachers to drive our minibuses transporting young people to college and home and support young people on trips and visits into the community. Driving hours required: • Monday to Friday 7am-9am (College pick-up) • Monday to Friday 14:45-17:00 (College drop-off) • Daily hours between 9am and 2.30pm (College community trips) Casual contract to cover hours on request, may be requested at short notice, flexibility is essential. Key Responsibilities: • Ensure the welfare and safety of students during transit. • Assist students on and off the bus, ensuring secure seating using appropriate restraints. • Escort wheelchair-bound pupils if required. • Follow correct procedures in case of vehicle breakdown. If you are caring, reliable, and committed to student safety, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to make a difference in a young person’s journey. Newfriars College aim is to transform the lives of young people through partnership, collaboration, enterprise and innovation. We provide specialist resources and facilities for all our learners and have an excellent support network within the local area. This provides the college with many opportunities including transition routes into the wider community, employment and supported work experience, independent living and specialist support from highly skilled multi-agency professionals and therapists. Learning in the community and vocational education is extremely important and we are eager to successfully prepare our young peoples for adulthood. What We Offer • A rewarding role with real impact • A supportive and forward-thinking team • Opportunities for professional growth and development • A college culture built on inclusion, care, and ambition • Competitive salary and benefits