Relief Minibus Driver

The Role

The King’s School, Gloucester, is seeking a Minibus Driver to provide on-call relief to our driver team during busy periods, covering School bus routes and trips as required. The Minibus Driver plays a vital role in
creating a safe and secure environment for the children during their commute. They must maintain order
and encourage good behaviour within the vehicle, enforcing safety rules and protocols to minimise the risk
of accidents or incidents.

The School

The King’s School is one of the dozen oldest schools in the country and has a proud heritage dating back to
at least 1087, with a re-foundation in 1541. King’s is the Cathedral School in the city of Gloucester, whilst
the surrounding county is home to many excellent grammar and state schools, as well as other independent
schools. King’s is held in high regard amidst this competitive area; our academic, co-curricular and pastoral
attainment is second to none. As a result, the last three ISI reports for King’s have all been classified as
‘excellent’ in every area. Local media brand SoGlos has awarded King’s the title of ‘Independent School of
the Year’ or ‘Highly Commended’ in every one of the last five years – a feat unmatched by any other local
independent school – most recently winning the award in May 2025. Despite the multiple national-scale
challenges of recent years, King’s has seen its pupil roll growing steadily and parental satisfaction scoring very
highly indeed. With careful investment in the campus and facilities, as well as a continuous focus on improving

teaching and learning and developing our outstanding pastoral care, King’s is now seen as a dynamic, forward-
thinking and impressive place to study and to work.
 

Main Duties

• Pick up pupils on the morning run as detailed on the schedule provided, only leaving a stop once all registered pupils are on board or no earlier than the scheduled departure time;
• Drop off pupils in a safe place on the home run as detailed on the schedule provided;
• Ensure the safety of pupils/passengers at all times;
• Undertake the required daily checks and evidence their completion;
• Ensure the vehicle is left in a clean and tidy condition at the end of the day;
• Report any issues or concerns regarding the vehicle immediately to the Facilities Manager, only driving the vehicle if deemed to be in roadworthy condition;
• Undergo mandatory Health & Safety and First Aid training as directed;
• Any other duties that may reasonably be assigned by the Facilities Manager or Bursar.

Personal Profile

•  Full, clean UK Driving Licence (D1);
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance;
• Prior training, and a willingness to undergo training, in Health & Safety and First Aid as directed;
• Friendly and approachable, able to build relationships with both pupils and staff;
• Reliable and punctual, able to work flexibly according to the needs of the School.

Hours of Work
The Relief Minibus Driver will work on a zero-hours basis with required shifts usually taking place from
06:30 to 08:30 and from 16:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday, term-time only to support School bus routes.
Shifts may also be required at other times during the day to support School trips.

Holidays

Holiday entitlement will be 25 days per annum plus Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days per annum plus Bank
holidays after 5 years’ service. Payment in lieu of this entitlement is included in the salary.

Benefits

• A contributory pension through Aviva APTIS, and associated Life Assurance;
• Before / After School Care for children at King’s;
• Access to a Doctor for advice and short consultations;
• Staff Wellbeing Programme;
• Cycle to Work Scheme;
• Parking.

Applications

Candidates should apply by completing the application form and a letter of application on our website - please click on apply Now.  A CV is not required. Applications should be addressed to The Headmaster via the contact details. For further details please see information to the right of this advert.

The King’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.   In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out for short listed candidates only – this will consist of a Google and social media search. The search is looking for anything that  calls into question the candidate’s suitability to work with children, or could cause harm to the reputation of The King’s School. Any information discovered will be shared with members of the interviewing panel prior to interview.