School Bus Driver

St Mary Star of the Sea College is a proud Catholic Secondary school of Good Samaritan Education. The College has played a significant role in the education of women in the Illawarra for over 148 years. St Mary’s is a technology-rich environment which encourages innovation and creativity through its IB Middle Years Program (Years 7-10), promoting Catholic values through its high standard of pastoral care and commitment to collaborative teaching and learning.

The College is seeking a school bus driver to transport students safely to and from school between Helensburgh and the College (Wollongong) on a permanent part-time basis. 

Applications are also being accepted for this position on a casual basis. 

About the Role:

• Commencing January 2022 (School term 1)
• 4 hours p/day broken shifts (6:45am-8:45am; 3:00pm-5:00pm) Monday to Friday
• Return route between the College in Wollongong and Helensburgh twice daily
• 38 weeks per year (school term-time position)
• Salary and conditions (including allowance for broken shift) in accordance with the NSW Catholic Independent Schools (Support Staff - Model B) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2020

Essential Criteria:

• Current Light Rigid (LR) NSW Drivers Licence
• Working with Children Check for paid employment
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Punctuality and organisational skills with the ability to plan and complete tasks efficiently and safely. 
• Demonstrated track record and commitment to safe driving and workplace health and safety with sound understanding of the health and safety risks associated with the role. 
• Ability to read, interpret and apply Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
• Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with students, parents and staff. 

A position description and application form are available on the College website: www.stmarys.nsw.edu.au/our-college/employment/

Applications for permanent part-time and casual positions close Sunday 31 October, 11pm. 

TO APPLY: Please submit the following to [email protected]

1. Completed application form (Admin and Non-Teaching Staff) 
2. Current CV and 
3. Brief cover letter, specifying your preference for permanent part-time or casual position.