School Minibus Driver/s (D1 licence with no 101 restrictions)

We are looking for one full-time or two part-time Minibus Drivers to join the Transport Team at our ages 4-18 co-educational school located in Barnes, London SW13. Please check our website for further information about the school.

The route is from Ham to Barnes via Richmond and Sheen.

If full-time, the driver would be able to take the minibus home after their evening shift and drive it back in the morning, if required.

Working days and hours

We have three shift options available:

1. The Get-to-School and Get-Home-from-School bus journey for 40 hours per week, from 6:00 am to 10:00 am and 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm on Mondays to Fridays during term times (dates as published on the school website).

2. The Get-to-School bus journey for 20 hours per week, from 6.00 am to 10.00 am on Mondays to Fridays during term times (as published on the school website), plus the option of two 4-hour shifts in the afternoon and additional afternoon shifts for sport fixtures.

3. The Get-Home-from-School bus journey is for 20 hours per week, from 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm on Mondays to Fridays during term times (as published on the school website).

Additional shifts are also available to all drivers for Saturday sport fixtures.

Candidates should check that they live within a commutable distance before applying for this role.

Salary and benefits

Rate of pay is £16.56 per hour including holiday pay. The hourly rate is calculated to include statutory holiday entitlement at 12.07%.

Harrodian offers a range of benefits, including a free car park (on a first-come, first-served basis), free refreshments and free lunches during term time, a free annual flu vaccination, free access to some of the School’s sport and leisure facilities at stipulated times, access to an ongoing cycle of cultural, musical, theatrical and sporting talks and events, regular staff social activities such as Book Club, Staff Choir and Staff Pilates, access to a well-stocked school library, and a defined contribution pension scheme.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Transport Coordinator.

The main responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operating one of the School’s bus routes via given pick-up and/or drop-off points as requested by the Head of Transport

• Driving safely, legally and responsibly, always abiding by the Highway Code

• Ensuring the care, health, safety and security of passengers at all times

• Managing passenger behaviour according to the School’s behavioural policy (training will be given)

• Ensuring that the minibus is kept clean and in good condition

• Daily visual inspection/checking of tyres, lights, oil, water, fuel, signage, etc.

• Being familiar with the vehicle handbook and operating instructions

• Ensuring that any maintenance work required is communicated immediately to the Transport Coordinator

• Adhering to all school policies, including Health and Safety guidelines for minibus drivers

• Communicating directly with parents regarding changes to schedule, passenger list, etc.

Essential requirements:

• D1 Licence with no 101 restrictions

• Physically fit and able to drive a manual 17-seater minibus

• Confident to drive into London

• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently in English

• Diplomatic, tactful, welcoming, with a “can-do” attitude

• Excellent timekeeping skills

• Presentable

• Calm under pressure

• Conscientious, well-organised and reliable

• Health and Safety awareness

• A positive and resourceful approach to problem solving

• Capable of using initiative

• Ability to work and interact in an enthusiastic and friendly manner

• Able to understand customer needs and provide a high standard of customer service

• Flexibility in working hours to meet the needs of the School

• Willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS with Children’s Barred List check, overseas police check (where applicable) and appropriate Safeguarding and Prevent training

Desirable requirements:

• Experience of education environment

• First Aid qualification

These positions are offered on a permanent contract, and work will primarily be carried out during school term times with occasional hours offered during the school holidays.

How to Apply

Please visit our website via the Apply button to submit a fully completed application form, including a cover letter addressed to the Headmaster, and a full CV, accounting for any gaps in employment.

Closing date: 9 am on Monday, 16 November 2026.

Interviews: ASAP

Please note: Early applications are encouraged. Applications will be reviewed as they arrive and interviews may be held ahead of the closing date. The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the application process.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Harrodian is unable to act as a sponsor for an employment visa.

Safeguarding and employment checks: Harrodian is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to receipt of satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service, checks with any applicable Overseas Criminal Records body, medical clearance and proof of legal right to work in the UK. In accordance with current Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations, online searches may be done as part of due diligence checks. Please read our Safer Recruiting Policy and Safeguarding Children and Child Protection Policy by selecting from our list of policies HERE .

All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Enhanced DBS check will give details of all spent and unspent convictions and other recordable matters. A policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available from HR.

References will be taken up, and the School may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications.