Minibus Driver - Casual contract
Richard Huish College
Taunton
- £11.57 per hour
- New
- Quick apply
- Job type:
- Part Time, Casual
- Start date:
- As soon as possible, subject to employment checks
- Apply by:
- 6 September 2024
Job overview
Richard Huish College has a strong reputation regionally in its offer of a wide range of A level and vocational courses in Taunton and the surrounding areas in Somerset.
We are currently seeking dependable and flexible Minibus drivers to support with trips and sports fixtures, and also assist students in their journeys to study by running free ‘shuttle mini-buses. We are looking for suitable people to drive these minibuses during the college day, Monday to Friday. There will also be some requirement to support with the supervision of students on overnight stays.
The hours will vary week to week depending on the amount of activities occurring as well as providing cover for full time drivers.
Successful applicants will need to be over 21, hold a full driving licence with at least category B for a minimum of 2 years or full driving licence with D1 entitlement. The successful applicant will be required to participate in the College Midas certification.
· Hours: Mon-Friday between 7:30 to 18:00 with some requirement for overnight supervision
· Salary: £11.57 per/h
· Contract: Term time only
· Closing date: 9am on the Friday 6th September 2024
· Interview date: wk bg 9th September 2024
To apply for this position, please complete the online application form and use the supporting statement box to explain how your values, knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities meet the requirements of the Job Description.
Please provide a full employment history since leaving education and explain any gaps in your employment history and include dates. CVs and incomplete application forms will not be accepted.
Please read the application guidance notes and the principals letter to applicants.
Richard Huish College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
These posts require a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.
We actively promote equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
As part of the shortlisting, Richard Huish College may undertake an online search in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance
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About Richard Huish College
Richard Huish College is a Sixth Form College situated in Taunton, the County town of Somerset. Huish prides itself on its academic excellence and strong reputation across Somerset and the Southwest, it is more than a Sixth Form College, it is a place where students can expand their horizons and develop their futures. Huish is also one of the best Sixth Form Colleges in the country, with strong outcomes and a long history of ‘adding value’ to students.
Huish has over 2,500 students studying A Levels, Level 2 and 3 vocational courses, Apprenticeships and professional qualifications (up to Level 7). Huish is proud to have established and be part of the Richard Huish Education Group, working collaboratively with a local 11-16 academy and five primary schools. All students are supported by a strong ethos of personal attention and support, helping students to achieve the best results they are capable of.
The College is based on a beautiful, green campus which it is continually developing to improve the learning environment of students. Recent building projects include a sports hall, Visual Arts Centre and state of the art Music Centre.
Huge value is placed at Huish on the professional development of our staff. The College has a stimulating and supportive learning culture at its heart, with a growing tradition of practitioner research and collaboration with other local, regional and national education and business communities. We believe that it is only by supporting each other and working together that we achieve the best for our students. As a college and a Trust, we are committed to supporting the Education Staff Charter and putting wellbeing at the centre of everything we do.
Emma Fielding
Principal
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