Mini Bus Driver - Part-time

Iwade Primary School , Sittingbourne

• Ref:KCC886-2230-88S
• Posted:09/09/2025
• Pay:Range 3 - £5,702 (full time equivalent £24,581)
• Start Date:October 2025
• App Close Date:21/09/2025 at 23:45
• Interviews:September 2025

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Bourne Alliance Multi Academy Trust is looking to appoint a skilled driver to drive a mini bus to transport children from our four schools.

This role is for 10 hours per week, Thursday and Friday from 8.30 am until 1.30 pm, working term time only (38 weeks and 2 days per year) and with annual salary of Range 3, annual salary £5,702 ( full time equivalent £24,581)

Successful candidate’s responsibilities will include:

• Driving children between schools and to events
• Being responsible for the safety of pupils under their supervision and reporting any concerns over pupil safety or discipline;
• Informing schools’ leadership teams of any issues delaying arrival or departure times;
• Checking that the mini bus contains enough fuel for journey;
• Informing Estates Manager of any issues relating to the mini bus; advising them if the components are not in good working condition and reporting potential problems to the Trust leadership team;
• Leading on checking the minibuses, booking MOTs, services etc
• Keeping minibuses clean and tidy
• Liaising with school staff to drive for school trips and visits

You should have:

• a current, clean and valid driving licence D1 unrestricted or a PCV licence.
• D1 restricted (where licence obtained prior to 1/1/1997) would be considered.
• Due to insurance restrictions you will need to be aged between 21 and 70 and have held a full UK or EU driving licence for a minimum of 12 months to drive the minibus.
• A good knowledge of local area
• Good communication skills when interacting with Trust leadership team, school staff and children;

We are looking for candidates with a pleasant approachable personality who can demonstrate patience and good communication skills with a wide variety of people. You must be willing to undertake other tasks that are appropriate to your skills and experience. You must be able to demonstrate honesty, reliability and have a strong sense of responsibility and confidentiality. Experience would be an advantage but is not essential. There is potential for additional overtime working

 Successful candidate will also be asked to take MIDAS mini bus driver training before they commence their duties.

We can offer you:

• A friendly and supportive team;
• Opportunities for progression and development through training, coaching and mentoring;
• A healthy work-life balance;
• An inclusive environment where you feel valued;
• A supportive leadership team.
• Excellent pension scheme
• Counselling Service
• Health Cashplan (after 6 months service)
• Free parking
• Discounted breakfast and after school club for your child (if your child attends one of our trust schools)

In cases where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, we may bring the closing date forward. We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.

CVs will only be accepted when accompanied by a fully completed online application form. No agencies please.

Bourne Alliance MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare for all children and preventing extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This post is subject to references and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

Information about the school

Bourne Alliance Multi Academy Trust is made up of four schools, Aspire school, Bobbing Village, Grove Park Primary and Iwade School, all are based in Sittingbourne, Kent. Aspire School is a three form entry school, Iwade School is a three form entry school, Grove Park is a two form entry school and Bobbing School is a one form entry school. Each school has its own individual characteristics and sits at the centre of their community.

Within the trust, we recognise everyone as an individual and we nurture, value and develop them. We aim to achieve the highest standards in all that we do and to have happy children and staff, eager and excited to come to school.

We work in collaboration with other schools and organisations seeking the best innovative practice in teaching, sharing new ideas and learning from others. We use research as a springboard for change.

We strive to make our schools even better, recruiting the very best to meet the needs of a changing world. We foster a positive attitude which allows everyone to develop new skills, build resilience and achieve their dreams.

Bourne Alliance Multi Academy Trust is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Bourne Alliance MAT, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare for all children and preventing extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

Job Contact Information

• Name:HR Officer
• Address:School Lane, Iwade, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8RS
• Telephone: 01795 472578
• Email: Iwade.recruitment@ba-mat.org.uk

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