Minibus Driver

Employer Newcastle High School for Girls - GDST Location Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear Contract Type Permanent Hours Part Time Salary £13.56 per hour Posted 24th June 2026 Start Date 1st September 2026 Expires 13th July 2026 12:00 PM Contract Type Permanent Start Date 1st September 2026 Job ID 1562104 Start Date 1st September 2026

• Contract Type :Permanent
• Job ID: 1562104

Minibus Driver for our daily service from Kenton/Fenham area

Working hours: Approximately 16 hours per week – split shift. Approx. 7.00 a.m. – 8.45 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. - 5.15 p.m. term time only (176 days per year)

Ad hoc additional hours may also be available from time to time

Newcastle High School for Girls, the North East’s leading independent girls’ day school, seeks to appoint a new member of our school transport team, to drive one of our fleet of school minibuses to deliver the school’s daily morning and afternoon transport services from Kenton. Some additional driving duties may be required on an ad hoc basis, but the core hours are a daily split shift during term time only.

Our minibus driving team works under the direction of the School Transport Manager to drive any of the school’s modern fleet of minibuses to transport pupils, staff and visitors as required. Our drivers work closely with the chaperone allocated to their daily service to provide a courteous, friendly service for our pupils and parents. Additionally, transport support for trips, sports fixtures and high-profile school events such as open days, fairs and parents’ evenings may be required from time to time. A category D or D1 (without restrictions) driving licence is preferred but not essential as this service will be run in 9-seater minibus.

About the School

NHSG is the leading independent girls’ school in the North East. Our girls are ambitious, bright, enthusiastic and eager to learn and we offer a warm and supportive community. As part of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the UK’s leading family of independent girls’ schools and academies, we can offer a variety of benefits, including:

We offer:

• Competitive rate of pay and conditions.
• Membership of the GDST Flexible Pension Plan.
• Access to the extensive GDST central training and development programme.
• Training grants for obtaining further qualifications.
• Discounted fees for children at GDST schools.
• Free lunches and refreshments provided during term time.
• Free parking available for school staff.
• Access to retail discounts via the Pluxee App.
• Access to free financial advice via the HR My Money App.
• Interest free loans for travel season tickets and personal computer equipment.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• A great working environment, atmosphere and location.

Closing date: Monday 13th July 2026 at 12:00 noon. You must be available for interview week commencing 20th July 2026.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK.

Newcastle High School for Girls and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

Job Description - Minibus driver - FINAL - Nov 2025

Safeguarding Statement:

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.