Are you a reliable, personable driver who enjoys working with young people and being part of a close-knit school community? St Peter’s Preparatory School, Lympstone is seeking a conscientious and professional Minibus Driver to play a key role in our pupils’ daily journeys to and from school.
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team at an established independent preparatory school, helping to ensure that our pupils travel safely, comfortably, and on time.
The Role
You will be responsible for transporting pupils on one of our 9-seater or 17-seater school minibuses, providing a calm, safe, and welcoming environment on every journey. In addition to the daily routes, there may be opportunities for additional paid hours supporting school trips, visits, and sporting events.
- Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Mornings: from 06:30 (2 hours)
- Afternoons: from 16:45 (2 hours)
- We welcome applications from candidates who are available for either the morning shift or the afternoon shift, as well as those able to cover both.
- Contract: Permanent, term-time only
- Start date: Tuesday 1 September 2026
About You
You will be a safe, courteous, and dependable driver with:
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a friendly manner with children and staff
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare
- Sound knowledge of driving health and safety
- A positive attitude and an understanding of working in a school environment
A PCV (CPC) qualification is required for the 17-seater position. Drivers are expected to wear a uniform and maintain the highest standards of driving, appearance, and professional conduct while operating liveried school vehicles.
What We Offer
In return, St Peter’s Preparatory School offers a supportive working environment and a range of attractive benefits, including:
- Uniform provided
- Access to a workplace pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Long school holidays, providing excellent work–life balance
How to Apply
A full candidate pack, including further details about the role and an application form, is available on our website: https://stpetersprep.co.uk/vacancies/
Application forms will be reviewed upon receipt and an interview date will be arranged shortly after.
Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Please note: applications will only be accepted on the School’s own application form. We are unable to consider CVs.
Completed applications should be emailed to [email protected] or posted to Recruitment Team, St Peter's Preparatory School, Harefield, Lympstone EX8 5AU
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Shortlisted candidates will undergo an online check. The successful candidate will also be required to complete full child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
