Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Park Lane Academy

Purpose of the post

To provide a safe and efficient transport service for the Academy, ensuring the safety of staff, students and the wider community at all times.

Key Areas

Driving a manual minibus (17-seater) in accordance with all appropriate road safety and legal requirements.

Partnerships and Accountability:

• To drive the mini-bus on a daily route collecting students from areas that are not on a standard bus route
• To transport students and staff as required
• To support the attendance strategy by playing a key role to improve academy attendance
• To co-operate with external transport providers when required
• To encourage positive community links with local primary schools
• To be accountable to Attendance Leaders in relation to all areas of responsibility

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• To be flexible with working hours when particular events (i.e. sporting/performing arts) may require work outside of normal hours
• To be aware of Health & Safety regulations for the transportation of passengers
• To carry out general daily and seasonal maintenance of the minibuses to ensure they are fully functioning and in safe working order
• To complete appropriate documentation required for the vehicle
• To keep the minibus clean and tidy
• To be aware of and adhere to all relevant Academy Health and Safety and Child Protection policies and procedures
• To guide students to ensure they act responsibly whilst travelling and transferring to and from the minibus
• To undertake basic student supervision duties that may be required in support of staff
• To provide support on Home School Liaisons and Attendance by supporting the home visits process to support families and children, providing outreach support to families in line with academy procedures and identified needs
• To help to improve attendance and late arrivals process
• To advise and assist parents/carers to maintain regular school attendance and good behaviour and signpost support for them
• To attend all meetings as required and complete all required training
• To implement all academy and trust policies
• To support the ethos and values of the school at all times and demonstrate high standards of personal and professional conduct whilst at work/representing the academy
• To carry out any other reasonable tasks, as directed by the Principal, compatible with the role and grade of the post

Safeguarding:

• Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people
• Motivation to work with children and young people

As part of your wider duties and responsibilities you are required to promote and actively support the Trusts ‘responsibilities towards safeguarding. Safeguarding is about keeping people safe and protecting people from harm, neglect, abuse and injury. It is about creating safe places, being vigilant and doing something about any concerns you might have. It isn’t just about the very old and the very young, it is about everyone who may be vulnerable.

How to Apply

• Thank you for taking time to read about the Academy and Trust. If you wish to apply you should;
• Complete the application form fully, via My New Term www.mynewterm.com ensuring all details are accurate and all declarations are signed.
• Please ensure you enclose at least two professional referees with one being your current employer and any other employers in the last two years (with email addresses if possible).
• Do not enclose additional CVs.
• Ensure you fully complete the relevant skills and experience section of the form, addressing the key characteristics and experiences outlined in the person specification and the unique contribution that you could make to the future success of our Trust.
• Please ensure that you also include information on how you will develop the role and how your previous experience has equipped you for this.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and staff must share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check and the Academy’s Safer Recruitment policy and procedures. Please note two references will be taken up prior to the interview process, please ensure your referees are prepared and aware of your application.