Casual Mini-Bus Driver

About the Role

The role provides a safe, reliable and professional driving service for the Foundation’s Football & Education Programme. The postholder will transport Football & Education teams safely to and from fixtures, competitions, training sessions and other programme-related activities. Reporting directly to the Football & Education Head Coaches, the role involves driving a 17-seater or larger minibus. It operates on a casual, zero-hour basis, with work offered according to the programme’s fixtures and activity schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport Football & Education participants and staff to and from fixtures, training sessions, competitions and other programme activities.
• Plan journeys effectively, allowing sufficient time to account for traffic and potential delays.
• Complete pre-use vehicle safety checks before each journey and report any defects immediately.
• Maintain a valid D1 entitlement and cooperate with periodic DVLA licence checks as part of the Club’s fleet compliance process.
• Ensure all passengers follow appropriate safety procedures, including the use of seatbelts.
• Follow all relevant road traffic legislation, internal policies and procedures, including fuel card, vehicle usage and the Club’s Fleet Policy.
• Ensure vehicles are returned in a clean, tidy and roadworthy condition, with keys returned in line with Club procedures.
• Communicate effectively with Football & Education staff regarding collection times, destinations, delays and any issues arising during journeys.
• Report any accidents, incidents, damages, defects, near misses or safeguarding concerns in accordance with organisational procedures.
• Represent Fulham Football Club and Fulham FC Foundation to a high standard in line with club values at all times.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience of driving a minibus.
• Experience transporting passengers in a professional or organised setting.
• Ability to plan journeys effectively, allowing sufficient time to account for traffic and potential delays.
• A full, clean UK driving licence with D1 entitlement to legally drive the required minibus.
• A good understanding of UK road safety and relevant driving regulations.
• Ability to work independently and manage journeys effectively.
• Excellent reliability, punctuality and timekeeping.
• Good communication skills and a professional manner.
• A flexible approach to working hours and availability.
• Ability to work appropriately and professionally around young people.
• Hold an up-to-date DBS check.
• Complete FA Safeguarding and First Aid Training.

Preferred Skills

• Experience driving a 17-seater or larger minibus.
• Previous experience working within football, sport, education, charity or youth programmes.
• Previous experience transporting young people or students.
• FA First Aid and Safeguarding certification.
• Ability to interact with others in a positive manner.
• Strong understanding of the local area.
• Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC).

Workplace

• Zero-hour contract with no guaranteed hours or working times; work is offered based on the programme’s fixtures and activity schedule.
• The majority of journeys take place on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, with occasional requirements on Mondays and Fridays depending on the fixture schedule.
• Most hours are during the working day (9am-5pm), with some longer away games requiring work outside these times.
• Flexibility is required, with some work offered at relatively short notice.
• Work predominantly takes place during term time, with only occasional need for drivers during school holidays.

Salary

• £15 Per hour.

Benefits & Perks

• Training and development opportunities and experiences.

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