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School Minibus Driver - Alternative Provision (AP)

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 27,500 - 28,500 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Clitheroe, Lancashire

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

A dedicated Alternative Provision (AP) in Clitheroe (BB7) is looking for a professional, reliable Minibus Driver to join their team on a full-time, 40-hour weekly basis.

You will play a vital role in ensuring vulnerable students access their education safely, transporting young people to and from school sites, local vocational centres, and community enrichment activities across the Ribble Valley and East Lancashire.

Key Responsibilities

Safely transport students to and from school and scheduled daytime activities across local routes.

Maintain a calm, safe, and positive environment inside the vehicle, supporting vulnerable learners with patience and consistency.

Conduct daily pre-journey vehicle safety checks (tyres, fuel, oil, lights, first-aid kits) and log any maintenance issues immediately.

Keep the minibus clean, tidy, and sanitized inside and out.

Liaise with pastoral school staff regarding route updates, pupil attendance, and timings.

Licence & Compliance Requirements (Essential)

Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence with Category D1 entitlement (either via grandfather rights gained before Jan 1997 or via passed D1 test) with clean record/no major endorsements.

DBS Check: Must hold an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the DBS Update Service (or be prepared to process an immediate check).

Right to Work: Verified right to work in the UK.

Desirable: Driver CPC card / Digital Tachograph, or previous passenger transport / school run experience.

Candidate Profile

Punctual, dependable, and confident navigating rural and town routes across Clitheroe and surrounding postcodes.

Calm, reassuring manner with young people who may have additional learning or emotional needs (SEMH/SEN).

Excellent safety awareness and adherence to road regulations.

Why Apply?

Full-time, consistent 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Sociable daytime hours with no weekend or late-night driving.

Supportive, community-focused school setting.

Prompt weekly PAYE pay.

How to Apply

Submit your CV today to Rachael Boaler at (url removed).

#Clitheroe, BB7, Ribble Valley, Whalley, Langho, Sabden, Longridge, Gisburn, East Lancashire.

#Category D1 Licence, Enhanced DBS, School Runs, 40 Hours, Monday to Friday, Alternative Provision

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