At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive students safely to and from school, ensuring a smooth transport service.
- Company: Huddersfield Grammar School, a leading independent school in Yorkshire.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, part-time hours, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for training and development.
- Why this job: Join a caring community and make a difference in students' daily lives.
- Qualifications: Must hold a valid PSV/PCV Category D1 Licence and have excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 16 - 16 £ per hour.
Location: Huddersfield Grammar School - Yorkshire
Contract: Term Time- Part-Time (20 Hours per Week)
Hours: 6:45am-8:45am and 3:45pm-5:45pm. Monday to Friday
Salary: £15-£16 Per Hour
Start Date: September 2026
About the School - Huddersfield Grammar
We are a highly successful independent school in Yorkshire, providing a future-facing curriculum for the next generation of leaders. Our academic results are exceptional, with a focus on pupil wellbeing and character development at the heart of all we do. Set in beautiful grounds, we provide children from ages 3-16 a caring, supportive environment in which to learn. Children are inspired from the very beginning of their educational journey in Nursery and Reception, and this continues right through the Pre-Preparatory, Preparatory and Senior School. Huddersfield Grammar School offers academic stretch and an enviable co-curricular programme. We are renowned for our rich vein of kindness and inclusivity. We encourage our pupils to work hard, aspire to high academic standards and we delight in watching them become fully-rounded members of the school and community.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Home-to-School Driver to join our fantastic team.
About the role
The post holder will support the day-to-day transport operations to ensure the smooth and efficient running of Huddersfield Grammar School Home-to-School (H2S) service. The role involves helping to maintain an outstanding standard of service, monitoring vehicle check sheets and monthly servicing schedules and overseeing driver records and timekeeping to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide Home H2S bus service during term times
- Ensuring all paperwork (daily pre drive, defect, and time sheets) are completed and suitably filed
- Ensure a suitable route for all H2S journeys and follow legislation and school policy requirements regarding H2S operation.
- Keep up to date with transport administration and ensuring route registers are updated and available daily for H2S operations and administration during school day and assist with route planning, utilization and timings as needed.
- Ensure vehicles are maintained and PMIs are carried out appropriately within schedule time frames.
- Ensure parents, students, and staff are treated with politeness and courtesy and be a good ambassador for the school at all times.
- Undertake any training as maybe required in the course of employment.
What you'll bring
- Valid PSV/PCV Category D1 Licence
- Aged 21 or over
- Full UK driving licence held for a minimum of 24 months
- Valid Driver CPC card
- Excellent communication skills with adults and students
- Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work split shifts
- Experience driving passenger carrying vehicles
- Ability to adapt to changing situations and schedules
- Experience transporting children
- Previous experience within an educational environment desirable
- Knowledge of home-to-school transport coordination and route planning desirable
Blenheim Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.
Home-to-School Driver (Huddersfield) employer: Blenheim Schools
Huddersfield Grammar School is an exceptional independent school that prioritises pupil wellbeing and character development, making it a fantastic employer for those seeking meaningful work. With a supportive and inclusive work culture, employees benefit from flexible part-time hours, competitive pay, and the opportunity to contribute to the education of future leaders in a beautiful setting. The school values its staff and offers training and growth opportunities, ensuring a rewarding experience for all team members.
