School Bus Driver at Durham International Schools

Student Transportation
Safety Responsibilities

• Safely transport students on assigned routes to and from school according to the established timetable and route.
• Ensure students board and disembark the bus in a safe and orderly manner.
• Ensure that everyone in the bus remain seated while the bus is in motion.
• Ensure that only authorized passengers use the bus service.
• Assist younger students when boarding or alighting if necessary.
• Ensure students cross the road safely when exiting the bus where applicable.
• Maintain appropriate discipline on the bus and report behavioural issues to the Transport Manager.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections including brakes, lights, tyres, mirrors,
• emergency exits, fire extinguisher, and first aid kit.
• Ensure seat belts are used appropriately by students.

Qualification

• Minimum Secondary School Certificate (KCSE) or equivalent.
• Valid Public Service Vehicle (PSV) Driving License.
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
• Valid Defensive Driving Certificate (preferred).
• Valid First Aid Certificate (preferred).
• Clean driving record with no serious traffic violations.
• Minimum 3–5 years of professional bus driving experience.
• Experience driving school buses or passenger buses is highly preferred.
• Experience working in a school or with children is an advantage.
• Safe and defensive driving skills
• Strong sense of responsibility and reliability
• Good communication skills
• Patience and ability to work with children
• Punctuality and time management
• Problem-solving in emergency situations
• Professional conduct and integrity
• Documentation and Reporting
• Complete and submit daily route logs and inspection checklists.
• Report accidents, incidents, student misconduct, or mechanical problems immediately.
• Maintain valid driving credentials and ensure they are upto date at all times.