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Croft Community School is a welcoming specialist school for pupils with Autism Spectrum Conditions and additional learning needs. We are seeking a reliable and caring Minibus/car Driver to provide safe transport for our pupils during term time only. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting pupils' wellbeing, ensuring every journey is safe, positive and supportive.
 
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. 
 
Application forms and an information pack are available from and returnable to Emma Peat, School Business Manager, Croft Community School, Greencroft Road End, Annfield Plain, Stanley, DH9 8PR or by email e.peat@croft.school   
 
Completed applications should be returned by noon on 28th August 2026.
 
In line with the County Council’s Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note we are unable to accept CV’s. Any information provided on CV’s will not be considered for shortlisting purposes.
 
Croft Community School is maintained by Durham County Council which is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are welcome from applicants from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.
 
Standard term time only pay is calculated on the basis of the following:
• Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks; plus
• Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus
• Individual leave entitlement - 5.4 weeks (27 days) or 6.4 weeks (32 days)
Individual leave entitlement is calculated on the length of continuous service. Employees with less than 5 years’ service will receive 27 days annual leave. Employees with more than 5 years’ service will receive 32 days annual leave. For example:
 
Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service:
38 weeks (term time) + 27 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 45 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments

Calculation for employees with more than 5 years’ service:
38 weeks (term time) + 32 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 46 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments
 
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.
 
As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.
 
Closing date for applications is Friday 28th August 2026 12pm
Interview date: TBC
 
Croft Community School
Greencroft Road Ends, Annfield Plain Stanley DH9 8PR
 
Tel: 01207 234547
Email: e.peat@croft.school
 

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £25,185 - £25, 989 (pro rata for term time only)

Location: Stanley, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Specialist