MPV Drivers

Employer:

Northampton High School – Girls' Day School Trust (GDST)

Location:

Northampton, Northamptonshire

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Up to 23 per week, term time only
Salary: FTE £26,088 (equivalent to £13.94 per hour)

Start Date:

As soon as possible
Job

We are looking for experienced, reliable, and friendly drivers to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working a schedule that fits around other commitments.

• Safe and timely collection and drop‑off of passengers
• Conducting pre‑journey vehicle checks (PCV) on the Vectare app
• Maintaining a professional and courteous manner with all passengers
• Adhering to all traffic laws and company safety policies

Shifts:

06:00–08:30, 15:15–18:00, and 17:15–19:00, Monday – Friday term time only. Additional driving work for school trips may also be available outside of the core commuting hours.

Northampton High School, part of the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST), is an independent girls' day school with a reputation for academic excellence, strong pastoral care, and a wide breadth of extra‑curricular activity. We offer a Nursery, Junior and Senior School across one site and are proud to be at the forefront of education for girls and a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.

• Competitive terms and conditions of employment, and competitive salaries and pay progression
• Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme
• 36‑week school year (including INSET days) across 3 terms, with a 2‑week half term in the Autumn
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities and training grants for qualifications
• Free life assurance benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured, offering free 24‑hour counselling, wellbeing support and advice services
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Free lunches for all staff during term time (equivalent to at least £900 per year)
• In‑school staff wellbeing activities such as yoga, fitness classes, wellbeing walks
• Interest‑free loans for training, computer purchase and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Good transport links and free parking

Qualifications and Requirements

To apply for this role, you must hold a valid, clean UK driving licence. You will be excellent at time‑keeping and will be reliable, patient, calm, and have a professional attitude. A First Aid qualification or willingness to complete a course is desirable.

Applications

Applications should be submitted by 12 noon on 6 April. We regularly review applications and reserve the right to close an advert early if we identify suitable candidates. To apply, please submit your application via the school website or contact us for more information.

Safeguarding Statement

Northampton High School and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Equal Opportunity

Northampton High School and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.