Burgess Hill Girls is seeking a reliable and professional Bank / Ad-Hoc Airport Driver to support student and staff airport transfers. The successful applicant will represent the school and ensure safe, timely, and courteous transport.
Key Responsibilities
- Transport students and/or staff to and from UK airports – Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, Stansted
- Act as a professional representative of the school
- Ensure safeguarding and student welfare at all times
- Communicate effectively regarding flight delays or changes
- Assist with luggage where appropriate
Safeguarding
This role involves contact with children and is subject to Enhanced DBS check (including children’s barred list), safer recruitment checks and references and completion of safeguarding training
Vehicle Options
Applicants may either:
- Use a School Vehicle – D1 entitlement desirable (depending on vehicle size)
- Full UK driving licence required
Use Own Vehicle
- Suitable vehicle with valid MOT, tax, and business-use insurance. Evidence of vehicle and insurance checks will be required
- Mileage paid (see below)
Pay (Indicative)
Rates will vary depending on vehicle use and journey length.
- School vehicle: £14.74 (unsocial 7pm-6:30am, £17.57 per hour)
- Own vehicle: £11–£13 per hour plus 45p per mile
- Airport waiting time paid
- Parking and airport charges reimbursed with receipts
Person Specification
- Reliable, punctual, and professional, confident communicator, comfortable working independently. Experience driving young people desirable
- Flexible availability, particularly at the start and end of school holidays
We reserve the right to appoint at any stage of the process and applications will be considered upon receipt.
To apply, please download and fully complete the application form and return to hr@burgesshillgirls.com.