Join Our Team - School Mini-Bus Driver (Term-Time Only)
The Glasgow Academy is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a School Mini-Bus Driver. This role involves transporting pupils to and from our campus each school day, ensuring a safe and friendly journey.
The School
The Glasgow Academy is a high-achieving co-educational independent day school for children aged 3-18.
Founded in 1845, we pride ourselves on the all-round education, first-class facilities and exceptional opportunities our pupils enjoy.
The oldest continuously independent school in the West of Scotland, we are anything but old school. We have 1700 pupils in our care, and we work hard to provide them with the best possible education.
Location: The Glasgow Academy
Hours: 24 per week, Monday to Friday, Term-Time Only. For this academical year, also an additional ad-hoc 3 hours (Mondays)
Salary: £16,668 plus ad-hoc Mondays
Key Responsibilities
- Drive the school mini bus on designated routes in the morning and afternoon
- Monitor and respond to messages in the designated WhatsApp group
Essential Requirements
- A full, clean D1 - UK driving licence
- Successful PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) clearance
Desirable
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Previous experience in a similar driving or school transport role
- Familiarity with safeguarding procedures and working with children
- A flexible and proactive approach to supporting school operations
- Basic understanding of vehicle checks and maintenance.
The Glasgow Academy has a no smoking policy. This includes e-cigarettes.
We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and ensuring that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender and transgender status, race and ethnicity, religion and belief, marriage or civil partnership status or sexual orientation.
It is a legal requirement that all employees must demonstrate that they are entitled to live and work in the UK. You will be required to produce documentary proof e.g. passport and work permit, where applicable, to demonstrate your eligibility to work if selected for interview.
We have been awarded the Gold Level of the Armed Forces Employee Recognition Scheme and warmly welcome applications from current and former Service personnel.
www.theglasgowacademy.org.uk
The Glasgow Academicals' War Memorial Trust is an educational charity registered in Scotland, Charity No SCO15638
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Mini-Bus Driver, Kilmacolm to Kelvinbridge and return (Permanent, Term-Time, Part Time) in Glasgow employer: Scottish Council of Independent Schools
George Heriot's School offers a supportive and inclusive work environment, where you can make a meaningful impact on the daily lives of students and staff through quality food services. With flexible working hours during term time and opportunities for professional development, this role not only provides job satisfaction but also fosters a strong sense of community within the school. Join us in Edinburgh, where your contributions will be valued and recognised in a vibrant educational setting.
Contact Details:
Scottish Council of Independent Schools Recruitment Team
