Minibus Driver Assessor

Posting date:	07 January 2026
Salary:	£29,540 to £32,061 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	21 January 2026
Location:	Worthing , West Sussex, BN13 3UR
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	West Sussex County Council
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	EIE01496_1767784121

Summary

Salary: £25,449 to £27,621 per annum pro rata for term time working (Full time equivalent £29,540 to £32,061 per annum)
Contract Type: Permanent - Term Time Only
Working Pattern: Term time only - 37 hours per week
Location: Can be based at any of the 3 main depots but work across these Depots is expected -Clapham, Drayton or Hop Oast (Horsham)
Start Date: Please note that this role will not commence before April 2026

The Transport Provision team is currently recruiting to this exciting new role, which will support the team across all three of our main depots in Chichester, Worthing and Horsham. The role of Minibus Driver Assessor will be influential to making sure the drivers can operate at the highest level and deliver the best service to our local communities.

We are looking for someone that has extensive driving experience, ideally within passenger transport that includes minibuses and who has a qualification in PCV driving assessor certification.

You will make a real difference to the service we provide and gain a strong sense of public service. This is a varied role where no two days are the same and you will work in a collaborative and supportive working environment. The ability to influence training strategy and train large group of staff across multiple disciplines is a must for this role. If this sounds like a role that fits with your experience and knowledge, then read on to find out how to apply!

As an employer, we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do. Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits including the following:

For a full list, please visit our Rewards and Benefits page.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in influencing the standards of driver training and assessment, which will ensure children and young people are transported safely and professionally.

You will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective training programmes to all drivers and passenger assistants. You will need to assess driver competency and contribute to developing tailored training plans to reflect the needs of the evolving service. Continuous improvement will be a focus in this role, and you will need to identify areas for development and make evidence- based recommendations to ensure an excellent service is delivered.

You will need to be proactive and able to work closely with all key stakeholders to promote a culture of safety, professionalism and accountability.

The role will require an element of manual handling and regular travel around the county will be required. Outside work in sometimes inclement weather may be required also.

About you

Some of the key skills, experience and knowledge required to be successful in the role include:

• Full D1 driver's license and Qualification in PCV driving assessor certification.
• Extensive driving experience and knowledge of relevant transport legislation and the ability to apply this in practical work.
• Knowledge and experience of passenger transport operations and the relevant safety equipment that goes alongside this.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbally, to enable production of clear and concise reports to provide insight on assessments and training needs. You'll also need good IT skills to be able to produce these.
• Developed advisory skills to enable complex driving/equipment issues to a wide range of stakeholders to enable effective team and partnership working.
• Strong customer focus to ensure the training provided assists the team to deliver a great customer experience in the field.
• Ability to provide clear and concise advice and guidance in a training environment.

For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.

About us

The Transport Provision Team is part of the Transport Co-ordination Department. The team plans and provides passenger transport solutions. These services are provided to eligible children and allows them to get to school which supports the bus network providing millions of bus journeys each year.

The Transport Provision Team provides specialist transport for people with special needs, using its own fleet of vehicles, many of which are fully accessible. The Transport Provision Team covers the whole of West Sussex and operates out of three bases in Chichester, Horsham and Worthing.

For more information on the service, please visit our dedicated webpage for all things schools transport recruitment here.

Further information

The reference number for this role is EIE01496.

For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Daniel Shortt (Transport Provision Manager) at .

For issues or queries regarding your application please contact

To apply, please follow the links below to complete an application form and upload your CV. In your application, please outline your motivations for applying and explain how you meet the key skills listed in full and the experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check , 5 years referencing and a health check.

Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page.

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