Job Description

Hours: Monday-Friday 42 hours per week (term time) plus 20 days, on a three week shift pattern, two weeks of 33 hours and one week of 60 hours, some Saturdays included on a rota basis.
Salary: \xc2\xa325,389.65 (\xc2\xa313.33/hour) based on term-time only plus 20 days
Start date: 1 September 2023 (subject to completion of recruitment checks)

Are you an enthusiastic driver with a Category D PCV licence and Driver CPC qualification? We\'d love to hear from you!

Join our friendly and dedicated team at GSaL Transport Limited (GTL), the transport company affiliated with The Grammar School at Leeds. Located within the school campus at Alwoodley Gates, we provide coaches and buses for various purposes, including school contracts, private hire, and excursions. As our company continues to expand, we are excited to invite new PCV Coach Drivers to join us on a permanent basis.

As a part of our team, you\'ll have the opportunity to communicate with pupils, colleagues, and parents, making each journey a positive and enjoyable experience.

We welcome applicants with a full Category D PCV licence and Driver CPC qualification, as well as experienced bus and coach drivers from all backgrounds. If you have excellent customer service skills and a positive attitude, we encourage you to apply. Previous experience driving coaches and the ability to navigate different types of roads, from country lanes to motorways, would be a plus.

Your main responsibilities will include driving school vehicles in compliance with legal requirements and GSAL Transport procedures, including:

reporting any faults or failures promptly;
use of a tachograph when appropriate;
ensuring that all fare collecting equipment is operational and working effectively, should cover be required on a school bus route;
reporting incidents promptly to the general manager;
keeping the vehicle clean and tidy at all times.

At The Grammar School at Leeds, we believe in taking care of our colleagues. As a member of our team, you\'ll enjoy various benefits, such as a bonus scheme, generous pension contributions, and access to our 24/7 GP service and employee assistance program in partnership with Vivup. Plus, you can savour delicious and subsidised three-course \xc2\xa31 lunches and even take advantage of the school\'s gym and pool facilities during certain hours. You can find the full range of our excellent benefits on the attached sheet.

To apply for this exciting opportunity, simply complete the online application form. If you\'re shortlisted for an interview, remember to bring along all your qualifications listed in the application form.

If you\'re interested in applying and would love to know more, feel free to reach out to Terri Walker, at 0113 228 5182.

Join us at GTL, where you\'ll be part of a welcoming and supportive team, providing exceptional transportation services for the school community. We look forward to welcoming you on board!

The Grammar School at Leeds