School Minibus Driver (East Sussex Skills Academy)
East Sussex County CouncilBexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex, United Kingdom, South East
Overview
This is a local council role with East Sussex County Council based in Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex, United Kingdom. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
Job description
Hours of work: 32.5
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
Closing date: Open
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
East Sussex Skills Academy
Down Road
Bexhill on Sea
East Sussex
TN39 4HS
Phone: 01424 614 585
Email: lisa.swan@eastsussexskills@lseat.org.uk
Website: eastsussexskillsacademy.lseat.org.uk
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.
The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.
If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.
Teaching Assistant required for East Sussex Skills Academy (Secondary)
?? School Minibus Driver Required - Start ASAP!
East Sussex Academy, Bexhill-on-Sea is looking for a reliable, caring and professional Minibus Driver to join our team as soon as possible. If you enjoy driving, working with young people and making a positive difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
You will be responsible for providing safe and reliable transport for our students to and from school and other approved locations. The role is vital in helping our learners access education and supporting their wellbeing through safe daily journeys.
Working Hours
- 30 hours per week
- Term Time Only (38 weeks per year)
- Monday to Friday:
o 6:00am - 9:00am
o 3:00pm - 6:00pm
- Permanent position
Salary From £17,574 per annum
✅ Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
✅ Calm, patient and professional
✅ A confident and safe driver
✅ Able to build positive relationships with young people
✅ Committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare
Essential Requirements
- Full UK driving licence with D1 entitlement (or eligibility under current legislation)
- Good driving record
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and use sound judgement
- Willingness to undertake MiDAS training and other relevant training
Desirable
- Experience working in a school or youth setting
- Experience transporting children or vulnerable individuals
- First Aid or MiDAS qualification
- Experience supporting young people with additional needs
At East Sussex Academy, you'll become part of a supportive team dedicated to helping vulnerable young people succeed. This is an opportunity to play a key role in ensuring students arrive safely, confidently and ready to learn every day.
Apply Today
We are looking to appoint as soon as possible, so early applications are encouraged.
East Sussex Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
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The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.
How this role compares
There are 3,980 council roles open across the UK on GovJobs right now, 370 of them in South East.
East Sussex County Council has 94 other vacancies open on GovJobs, with a breakdown of what they pay and the kinds of roles they recruit for.
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How to apply
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