Minibus Driver
About the role
Copleston High School
Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 5HD
Salary: £13.28 per hour
Hours: Part time, to be worked between September - March
Contract: Casual, required as soon as possible
Reference: 5676
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 December 2026
6 January 2027
13 Jan 2027
10 Feb 2027.
Plus, Playoffs dates across February, March 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.
To find out more
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Mr Nick Drane, Head Basketball Coach via email at: [email protected].
For further information about the role, please download the Job Description (pdf).
For additional information about the trust and this school, please visit our website.
How to apply
Application forms are available from our trust’s website or by telephoning the HR office on 01473 277250. CVs are not accepted.
Please return your completed application form to: [email protected].
Closing date: 2 November 2026
Interview dates: 5 and 6 November 2026
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
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.
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’.