Minibus Driver

Location:

Copleston High School

Job Type:

Salary:

£13.28 per hour

Hours:

Casual

Interview Date:

Closing Date:

02/11/26

Required as soon as possible

The role involves transporting academy players and coaching staff to Basketball England events and league fixtures across the country. Most travel takes place during the basketball season from September to April, with fixtures typically held on Wednesdays, although some evening and weekend travel may also be required.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys driving, working with young people and supporting school sport at a high level.

Typical Fixture Destinations

Fixtures vary annually and travel may include venues such as Bristol, Manchester, Southampton, Leicester, Birmingham, London and more.

Provisional Travel Schedule 2026/27

The Basketball Academy currently anticipates fixtures on the following Wednesdays:

• 2^nd December
• 6^th Jan
• 13^th Jan
• 10 Feb

Plus, Playoffs dates across Feb, Mar and April 

Please note: The above dates and venues are provided as an indication of the likely commitment required. Fixtures, timings and destinations are subject to change throughout the season.

Requirements

Applicants must:

• Hold a full, clean and valid UK driving licence.
• Be reliable, punctual and professional.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be comfortable working with young people in an educational environment.
• Be willing to undertake safeguarding training.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Mr Nick Drane, Head Basketball Coach, ndrane@copleston.suffolk.sch.uk

Application forms are available from the Trust website: www.copleston.suffolk.sch.uk or by telephoning the HR office on 01473 277250.  CVs are not accepted. 

Please return your completed application form to recruitment@copleston.suffolk.sch.uk

CLOSING DATE: 2^nd November 2026

INTERVIEW DATE: 5/6^th November 2026

Application Form - CLICK HERE

Job Description- CLICK HERE

As an employee of Oxlip Learning Partnership (the Trust), you are automatically enrolled into membership of either the Teachers' Pension Scheme or for support staff, the Local Government Pension Scheme, competitive salary, free parking on school grounds, flexible working opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing support and extensive training and development opportunities to help you grow your career. Above all, you'll join a welcoming and supportive team of colleagues who are passionate about delivering the best outcomes for our students.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications

Please note CVs are not accepted.

We value our staff and actively maintain a culture in which respect, empathy and honesty are the cornerstone of positive relationships throughout the Trust.

The Oxlip Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. Child protection training will also need to be undertaken.

Additional Information:

For additional information about the Trust and this school, please visit our website www.copleston.suffolk.sch.uk

Oxlip Learning Partnership promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages applications from all sections of society.  We are always keen to hear from talented professionals, at all stages of their career, who believe they can support us in achieving our vision.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment’.