Eastbourne College is looking to recruit a Minibus Driver during term time only, to transport pupils safely to and from defined pick-up points to the College.
1. Job Title: Minibus Driver (fixed term from 3/11/25 to 31/08/2026)
2. Responsible to: Transport Services Manager
3. Job Summary: To support the Transport Services Manager in the delivery of the Charity Bussing Service

A) Code of Conduct

• Maintaining good time keeping hours to maximise on accuracy of journey start and finish times.
• Referring any personnel issues relating to the working environment initially to the Transport Services Manager
• Ensuring that the dress code required is adhered to and kept in a clean and presentable standard.
• Complying with Charity Health & Safety Policy and written Guide and Regulations for drivers of Charity Vehicles
• Be aware of and comply with the school’s policies and practices with regards to the safeguarding of children and young people (child protection).

B) Vehicle Maintenance/Cleanliness

• Carry out daily serviceability checks and record sheet.
• Day to day vehicle maintenance as considered necessary or as specifically tasked by the Transport Services Manager or his representative (such as the Fleet Manager in his absence)
• Timely report vehicle faults to the Transport Services Manager or Fleet Manager
• Re-fuel vehicles when required.

C) Driving

• Maintain a high standard of driving and in particular paying heed to the Highway Code and the Charity Minibus Driving Policy and keep within prescribed speed limits.
• Completion of any vehicle documentation (such as bussing register and vehicle log sheet) as required to the Transport Services Manager
• Report any road incidents such as accidents or near misses.
• Report any instances of unruly behaviour by passengers.
• Treat passengers courteously so that in any event or even if it considered that provocation has occurred there can be no counter accusation.
• Be a point of contact with parents and pupils with a Charity issued mobile phone.

D) Fire & Evacuation

• Being aware of fire evacuation muster area location when working on the Charity site
• Be trained in the use of vehicle primary fire extinguishers and location.
• Reporting/exchanging vehicle fire extinguishers either out of date or discharged.

E) Security

• Maintaining a vigilant approach to potential breaches of security such as leaving young children unattended
• Ensuring that vehicle keys when not in use are returned to the secure location in which they are kept.
• Reporting any suspicious circumstances to the Transport Services Manager or in his absence to the Facilities Bursar.

F) Safeguarding Duties

• The post holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Statement and staff code of conduct at all times.
• The post holder will be engaging in regulated activity. There are particular safeguarding issues requiring attention for this post.
• This role may require the postholder to be aware of protecting the physical safety of pupils and at times be in a setting that requires them to respect the privacy of pupils. They may be the responsible adult in a scenario and must be aware of all relevant procedures in that setting.
• If in the course of carrying out the duties of the post the post holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the School they must report any concerns to the School’s Designated Safeguarding Lead or, if they are the School’s DSL, to the Headmaster and relevant agencies.

G) Other Duties

• Attend mandatory and other trainings such as First Aid as required by the College.
• Perform other such duties within the scope of this position, as may be determined by the Transport Services Manager.