Required: 1st September 2026
Contract Term: Permanent
Location: Oxford, UK
Reporting to: Finance Manager
Competitive Salary plus benefits- Actual/ pro rata salary £24,000 gross pa, Full Time, Term Time only
We are seeking a reliable, organised, and proactive Minibus Driver & Transport Coordinator to oversee the smooth operation of the school’s transport services while driving a scheduled morning minibus route.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong coordination skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to manage day-to-day transport logistics in a busy school environment.
Key Responsibilities
Transport Coordination
- Drive the school minibus on a scheduled morning route.
- Coordinate daily transport services, routes, and schedules.
- Maintain accurate records of vetted drivers and transport documentation.
- Liaise with drivers, parents, and external transport providers regarding services and queries.
- Arrange cover for driver absences to ensure continuity of service.
- Coordinate coach transport requirements for school trips and events.
- Manage unexpected transport issues and implement contingency arrangements when required.
Health & Safety
- Carry out routine vehicle safety checks and report defects promptly.
- Ensure minibuses are clean, safe, fuelled, and well maintained.
- Monitor vehicle equipment and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
- Support breakdown procedures and alternative transport arrangements where necessary.
- Maintain compliance with all driver safety and medical requirements.
Administration & Compliance
- Complete and monitor journey check sheets, mileage logs, and driver records.
- Ensure all drivers maintain accurate records and follow procedures.
- Complete MIDAS minibus driver training and refresher training every two years.
About You
The successful candidate will:
- Be organised, dependable, and able to prioritise effectively.
- Have excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and health & safety.
- Be confident dealing with operational issues calmly and efficiently.
- Hold a clean and appropriate driving licence (D1) for minibus driving.
About Oxford High School:
Since its foundation over 150 years ago in the heart of Oxford’s historic city centre, Oxford High School GDST has been innovative and pioneering in its approach to girls’ education.
Today, Oxford High School is a happy and vibrant place to work. As well as our commitment to girls’ education, we are committed to investing in our staff’s personal development through training and learning initiatives and via the Girls’ Day School Trust network.
Benefits:
As part of the Girls’ Day School Trust, the leading and largest group of independent girls’ schools in the UK, we offer a variety of benefits, which include:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Generous pension schemes
- Free life assurance benefit
- Free school lunches
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
- Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
- A Cycle to Work scheme
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment
Application Details:
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Closing Date: 2359 Sunday 14th June 2026.
We encourage early applications and reserve the right to interview candidates as applications are received; please note that the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found.
The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
