SEN School Driver

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference ANS/SEN/DRIV_1778768243
Closing date June 14, 2026
Location East London, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEN School Driver

Pay: £90 / £120 (DOE) per day

Mon-Fri, Daily Hours 8:30 - 16:00

Full-time/Term time only

Dagenham, East London

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, patient, and caring SEN School Driver to transport children and young people with Special Educational Needs to and from school safely and on time. This role is vital in ensuring our students arrive feeling calm, secure, and ready for their day.

In addition to driving duties, there may be occasions where transport is not required. On these days, you may be asked to support SEN pupils within the classroom, assisting staff in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely transport pupils to and from school, following a designated route and timetable
  • Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all passengers at all times
  • Assist pupils with boarding and leaving the vehicle where required
  • Work alongside passenger assistants/escorts (where applicable)
  • Maintain the cleanliness and basic upkeep of the vehicle
  • Report any incidents, delays, or concerns promptly
  • Adhere to all road safety laws and safeguarding policies

    • Requirements

  • Full UK driving licence (with [D1 entitlement / willingness to obtain, if required])
  • Experience driving minibuses or similar vehicles (desirable)
  • A calm, friendly, and patient approach to working with children
  • An understanding of SEN or a similar experience
  • Good timekeeping and reliability
  • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one)

    • If you're interested in this SEN School Driver role, please contact Aaron Nacey-Smart at Veritas Education.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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