At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive school minibuses and ensure a safe, friendly transport service for students.
- Company: Join the innovative Oxford High School, a leader in girls' education.
- Benefits: Enjoy free breakfast, a uniform, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours during term time with extra shifts available for school trips.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on students' daily lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Full clean driving licence and excellent interpersonal skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 11.7 - 14.3 £ per hour.
Due to increased demand, Oxford High School are seeking casual Minibus Drivers to join a friendly team providing a safe, professional and courteous transport service across all 3 sites. Candidates will need to be confident in interacting with children and be able to maintain a good atmosphere on the bus.
Drivers will need to have a warm and flexible approach, be able to show initiative, work well on their own and as part of a team. You will report to the Finance Manager and work as part of a team of Minibus Drivers responsible for driving the school minibuses and carrying out routine safety checks. Ideally you will live locally, but this is not essential.
It is essential that you possess a full clean driving licence, excellent time management and outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to young people, parents and colleagues. Experience of driving passenger vehicles and minibuses and D1 provision is essential. First aid training and Midas training is desirable; however, not essential as training will be provided.
This position is term time, Mondays to Fridays and a degree of flexibility is required to meet the needs of the busy school calendar. Shifts are early (6:00 to 9:00) and afternoon (15:30 to 18:30). Extra hours are available depending on school trip requirements.
Benefits:
- Breakfast provided after the morning run
- A uniform
- Pension with up to 12% employer contribution
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST Schools
- Being part of a welcoming and friendly team
Closing date: 2359 Wednesday 30th September 2026. We will interview as and when suitable candidates apply. We encourage early applications and reserve the right to interview candidates as applications are received; please note that the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found.
Oxford High School and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online checks, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
Minibus Drivers - Casual in Banbury employer: Oxford High School
Oxford High School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and friendly work environment for Minibus Drivers. With a strong commitment to staff development and a range of benefits including professional training opportunities and a generous pension scheme, employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Located in the historic city centre of Oxford, this role provides a unique chance to contribute to a pioneering institution dedicated to girls' education while enjoying a flexible work schedule during term time.
