Bus Driver

About the role

The Aquila School is looking for a dedicated Bus Driver to transport pupils safely to and from school each day. The role is central to the school’s commitment to safeguarding and providing an amazing learning environment for every child.

Key responsibilities

• Transport children to and from school in the mornings and afternoons, adhering to scheduled routes.
• Verify permissions for children who ride home with friends and ensure proper documentation.
• Maintain a clean and mechanically‑sound bus, performing pre‑ and post‑route inspections.
• Obey all traffic laws and keep RTA approvals up to date.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students on board, assisting them when boarding and alighting.
• Discipline children when required to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• Attend monthly safety meetings and carry out any additional tasks assigned by the school or regional office.

Required profile

• Commitment to safeguarding children and adherence to the school’s Professional Code of Conduct.
• Ability to manage student behaviour calmly and responsibly.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Readiness to undergo thorough vetting procedures and criminal background checks covering the past ten years.