Minibus Drivers (x2)

School Minibus Driver

Location: Howell’s School, Llandaff

Required from: September 2025

Contract term: Permanent

Hours: 20 hours a week, split shift AM & PM – term time only

Salary: £26,088 pro rata

The Role

We are looking for two hardworking and reliable Minibus Drivers to join our exceptional driving team in Howell’s School. The role involves transporting students to and from school on one of our school bus routes, and on educational visits as required. The successful candidate will be an experienced driver with a friendly and reassuring manner with children and parents.

Skills & Experience Required

• A valid Category D1 entitlement plus an acceptable driving record.
• The ability to understand written and oral instructions
• Able to carry out daily check of allotted minibus before use, including tyres, indicators, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, mirrors
• Able to comply with all road safety and health and safety regulations; GDST Driving at Work policies; and specific risk assessments as required
• The ability to maintain good customer relations with parents and the school and contributing to a good atmosphere on the bus.
• Professional & approachable attitude
• Self-motivated with a positive ‘can do’ approach to work
• Reliable & punctual
  
  

A current MIDAS training certificate and suitable First Aid qualification are desirable, but training can be provided.

Benefits

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
• Generous pension scheme
• Free life assurance benefit
• Access to a range of discounts with high street retailers and online stores
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchases and travel season tickets
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment
  
  

Closing date: Monday 18th August at 5pm, with interviews to follow shortly after.