An exciting opportunity has arisen for a minibus driver to join St James C of E Primary School, where pupils ‘are exceptionally happy, as are staff and parents’. St James is a two form entry primary school set in extensive grounds, enjoyed by friendly and polite pupils who are eager to learn. We are supported by a welcoming community of staff, parents and governors working together.
We are looking for reliable individual driver who requires a D1 licence and be available to drive pupils to sporting events and activities during the school day. This will be a casual (bank) role and you will be provided with adequate notice for each off site event where your driving services are required.
If you are a reliable individual with D1 on your licence with a flexible approach and are committed to providing opportunities and experiences to our pupils, we would welcome your application.
About Us
St James is situated in the heart of Weybridge and we are proud to be a school that serves the community and offers children an excellent primary education and experience. The successful candidate will be caring and supportive to the needs of the children, be committed to our safeguarding responsibilities and work with the St James team to ensure all children 'let their light shine'.
The right candidate will have:
- Hold a full driving licence with D1 entitlement
- Level 2 qualification in Maths and English, or willingness to work towards
- Experience of driving a minibus
- Experience of working with young people in an educational environment
What we offer
- Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (LGPS)
- Access to continued professional development and training opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
- Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more
- This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)
- amazing children who have a passion for learning and outstanding behaviour
- a friendly, supportive and inspirational team
- commitment to staff wellbeing
- a fully inclusive school which values and celebrates diversity
- Please see the 'Working at St James' page on the school website for further information.
Closing date for applications: Midday on Monday 8th June.
Interview date: TBC
Safeguarding Statement:
Please note that St James C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and social media check. The online search is not part of the shortlisting process, and candidates will have the chance to address any issues of concern in the interview.
St James C of E Primary School is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We want St James to be a great place to work and an organisation that we all have pride in, where every member of our community feels valued, safe and included. Applications are invited from all members of the community, the aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and this includes promoting equality and diversity for all irrespective of age; disability; ethnicity (including race, colour and nationality); gender; gender reassignment; religion or belief; sexual orientation; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity.
We reserve the right to close this advert should we receive sufficient applications.