Casual Minibus Driver in Northampton

Contract: Casual

Salary: £14.51 per hour + percentage of holiday paid based on working hours (£27,168.00 FTE)

Location: Northampton High School, Newport Pagnell Road, Hardingstone, NN4 6UU

Closing date: 11 June 2026, however applications may be considered in advance of the deadline.

We are pioneers in girls’ education and aim to reshape the future of learning itself. We empower our girls to believe in themselves and value the positive contribution they can make to the world. Join our progressive and evolving team, where we work together to promote and enable this ambitious and aspirational culture, taking on the challenge of ensuring we have the right systems in place to support our schools.

We are seeking Minibus Drivers to join our team of casual drivers who provide support to cover staff absences for transporting our students to/from school Monday - Friday, term time only. The morning shift starts at 06:00 with the afternoon shift starting at 15:15 and shifts will vary depending on requirements. There may be other ad hoc opportunities for supporting events across the school calendar during term-time which might include driving students to sports fixtures or school trips. You will join a friendly and very welcoming team of both permanent and casual drivers.

Key requirements:

• A valid Category D1 driving licence (preferred) with a satisfactory driving record
• Have/be prepared to take the MIDAS qualification
• The ability to react calmly in emergency situations
• Over 21 years of age
• Have/be prepared to take a suitable First Aid qualification
• IT proficiency
• Maintaining good customer relations with parents and the school and contributing to a good atmosphere on the bus

This is an important role within the school as we pride ourselves on providing the highest level of customer service. The successful candidate will be experienced, conscientious and professional in all aspects of this position. Being trustworthy and reliable is also of utmost importance.

Please refer to the school website for our child protection policies. For any questions about the role, please see the application instructions for contact information.

Who we are:

The Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST) is the UK’s leading group of 23 independent girls’ schools and two academies across England and Wales. We educate around 19,000 students and employ 4,000 staff, all united for a shared purpose: to help girls learn without limits, so they can go on to lead lives without limits and make the world a better place for us all.

Our values:

• We put girls first
• We think and act fearlessly
• We embrace a forward-thinking mindset that shapes the educational offer for girls
• We are a family of schools
• We provide careers that are fulfilling and purposeful for our staff

As recognised global leaders in girls’ education, we combine 153 years of expertise and experience with a progressive and pace-setting vision for the future. We are dedicated to giving our students the tools to thrive, offering them access to innovative educational practices, excellent facilities, and an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued.

Why join us:

As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Generous pension schemes
• Free life assurance benefit
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

There are many other good reasons to work with us. Each of our schools and our Trust Office has its own sense of community, and you’ll be part of it. You’ll be in the company of some of the best and brightest people in independent education. Most importantly, no matter what your role, you’ll be playing a major part in the highly regarded education we give our girls.

Our commitment:

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change. We want every colleague to feel valued, respected and supported, and we actively welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We are equally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must therefore be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.