Casual Driver

Job Title:	Casual Driver
Number of Hours (numerical):	Casual - as and when required in the first instance, with the opportunity to become a permanent contracted driver
Please insert TTO weeks (if applicable):	Term Time Only
Salary range – if pro rata Please include this:	£11.98 per hour
Permanent or Fixed Term inc end date:
Grade of post:	Grade 3
What is the Job role?	Sherbourne Fields is an *outstanding* all age special school for pupils with a broad spectrum of need including physical disabilities, medical conditions and learning needs. The school’s population is wide ranging and diverse, with 255 pupils from a rich mix of social and cultural backgrounds. We are looking to recruit a positive, patient and friendly casual driver to join our small team of dedicated drivers here at Sherbourne Fields. As one of our permanent minibus drivers your role will be to transport pupils to and from school each day; making sure they are safe and secure throughout their journey. You will also be supported by a minibus Escort. Drivers must posses a D1 category license and have passed the City Council Defensive Drivers Assessment or be willing to undertake the assessment. Please note; this post may suit a semi-retired person looking to take on some part time paid driving work within the local community. You will need to be over 21 years of age and hold a full clean driving licence for a minimum of three years Able to help pupils and young adults on and off minibuses and in and out of people carriers Be flexible and patient in your approach Have a caring nature and sensitive to others with additional need Work as part of a team Reliable and trustworthy A geographical knowledge of the City and surrounding area Willing to participate in training Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre-employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
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DBS/Safeguarding Statement	Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.