School Bus Driver (Public Sector)

Posted 14 September 2026
Salary £14.99 - £15.23 per hour
LocationBelfast
Job type Temporary
Discipline Built Environment , Public Sector
ReferenceBBBH13326CH_1789378398

Job description


School Bus Driver (Public Sector)

VANRATH are assisting our client, a large Public Sector Organisation, in their search for a School Bus Driver to drive any vehicle allocated in a careful, lawful manner with special reference to the persons and equipment being carried.
This role will initially be on a temporary basis, with possible extension.

Responsibilities

  • Transport children, including those with mobility problems or severe/moderate learning difficulties to and from school or other authorised locations.

  • Assist children, including those with mobility problems in and out of the vehicle.

  • Ensure the good behaviour of children on the bus where practicable and to report any behaviour incidents to the Transport Officer or such other person designated by him/her to deputise on his/her behalf.

  • Operate lifts and ramps on vehicles as required and ensure that wheelchairs are properly clamped down and secured.

  • Provide minor first aid to passengers and ensure that any injured child receives medical attention as quickly as possible. Complete and submit the relevant personal injury report/accident report forms to the Transport Officer without delay.

  • Direct School Bus escorts where employed, in assisting with the above duties.

  • Transport meals from, and return empty containers to School Meals Kitchens and assist generally at schools as required.

  • Ensure, as far as possible, that scheduled timings are observed and keep a detailed record of journeys, fuel issues, oil, servicing and repair work on the vehicle log/mileage sheet.

  • Carry out daily routine vehicle maintenance including checking fuel, oil and water levels, tyre pressures and topping up as required.



Requirements
Essential Criteria
Qualifications and experience

  • Hold a full category D licence

  • Hold a driver qualification card (DQC)

  • Digital Tachograph Card (Candidates MUST have a valid Digital Tachograph card prior to commencement of employment)

  • Evidence of experience of driving a bus (i.e. 17 seat vehicle and above)



Remuneration
£14.99 per hour plus discount benefits.
Belfastor wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chris Haddock in the strictest confidence.

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