School Driver

• School Driver- AsOne Nursery & Primary School
• AS ONE MINISTRIES UGANDA COMPANY LIMITED
• Driver & Transport Services
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• Uganda
• Full Time
• NGO, NPO & Charity
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• Job summary
• As the School Driver at AsOne Ministries, you will be responsible for the safe, reliable, and professional
• transportation of students, staff, and visitors using the school's coaster bus and van. This role carries significant
• responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of the children and staff on board at all times, as well as for the
• proper care, maintenance, and security of the school vehicles. You are expected to uphold the professional
• code of conduct for staff working with children and to represent AsOne Ministries with courtesy, discipline, and
• integrity on and off the road.
• Min Qualification:
• Highschool

Experience

• Length:
• 3 years
• Language Requirement:
• English
• Working Hours:
• Full Time - 8 to 5
• Applicant
• Location:
• Uganda
• Job descriptions &
• •
• Minimum of 3 years of professional driving experience, with proven
• driving
• coaster buses or similar passenger vehicles;
• transporting school children is highly desirable.
• • Working knowledge of Ugandan traffic laws, road safety regulations, and basic vehicle maintenance.
• Competencies & Attributes
• • Calm, patient, and responsible disposition, especially when transporting children.
• • Strong sense of punctuality, discipline, and reliability.
• • Good knowledge of local roads, routes, and communities served by the school.
• • Basic mechanical knowledge to identify vehicle faults and carry out simple checks.
• • Calm under pressure, with the ability to handle emergencies or breakdowns responsibly.
• • High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism, particularly regarding the safety and wellbeing of
• children.
• • Genuine alignment with the mission, values, and Christian ethos of AsOne Ministries Uganda.
• Equal Opportunity Statement
• AsOne Ministries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without
• discrimination on any protected grounds. Your personal data will only be used for recruitment purposes and
• protected under the Data Protection Act.
• Note: We do not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment. Report any such requests immediately.
• Application Instructions
• Interested candidates should submit a CV, cover letter, National ID, and proof of professional certification
• How to Apply:
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Requirements

• Location:
• Namutumba Community, Uganda (with regular community travel)
• Department:

Education

• Reports To:
• Deputy HeadTeacher
• Start Date:
• January 2027
• Key
• A minimum of an O-Level certificate; further training in defensive driving or vehicle mechanics
• is an added advantage.
• • A valid driving permit in Classes D and D1, covering the school coaster and van, with a clean driving
• record.
• •

Responsibilities

• Safe Transportation of Students & Staff
• • Safely drive the school coaster and van to transport students, staff, and visitors to and from school, home,
• field trips, sports events, church activities, and other authorized destinations.
• • Follow designated routes and schedules for daily student pick-up and drop-off, adjusting only with
• approval from the Head Teacher or Director of Operations.
• • Drive at safe, controlled speeds at all times, strictly observing Uganda traffic laws, road signs, and school
• policy on child transportation.
• • Ensure all passengers, especially children, are seated safely and securely before moving the vehicle, and
• that doors are properly closed and locked while in motion.
• • Assist children, especially younger or nursery-age learners, in safely boarding and alighting the vehicle at
• each stop.
• • Maintain calm, disciplined order among passengers during transit, and report any behavioural concerns to
• the relevant teacher or the Director of Studies.
• • Never leave children unattended in the vehicle at any time, and conduct a full check of the vehicle after
• every trip to ensure no child is left behind.
• Vehicle Care & Maintenance
• • Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the coaster and van, checking tyres, brakes, lights,
• mirrors, fuel, oil, water, and overall roadworthiness before every journey.
• • Keep the interior and exterior of both vehicles clean, tidy, and presentable at all times.
• • Promptly report any mechanical faults, damage, or safety concerns to the Director of Operations and
• ensure vehicles are not driven if unsafe.
• • Coordinate and schedule routine servicing, repairs, and maintenance for both vehicles in line with the
• manufacturer's recommended schedule and school policy.
• • Ensure the vehicles' insurance, road licence, inspection stickers, and other statutory documents are valid
• and up to date, flagging renewal deadlines to the Director of Operations in good time.
• • Maintain an accurate logbook recording mileage, fuel consumption, trips undertaken, and any incidents
• for both vehicles.
• Safety, Compliance & Emergency Response
• • Hold and maintain a valid driving permit in Classes D and D1 (covering the school coaster and van) and
• ensure it remains valid throughout employment.
• • Carry out all duties in strict compliance with Ugandan traffic laws and any school transport safety policies.
• • Maintain a valid first aid kit and fire extinguisher in each vehicle and know how to use them in the event of
• an emergency.
• • Respond calmly and appropriately to breakdowns, accidents, or emergencies, prioritizing the safety of all
• passengers and promptly notifying the Director of Operations and, where relevant, parents/guardians.
• • Avoid the use of a mobile phone or any other distraction while driving, except for hands-free emergency
• communication.
• • Never drive under the influence of alcohol or any substance that could impair judgment or reaction time.
• Administrative & Collaborative Duties
• • Coordinate daily transport schedules with the Head Teacher, Director of Operations, and relevant
• teachers to ensure timely pick-up and drop-off of students.
• • Communicate professionally and respectfully with parents, guardians, and school staff regarding transport
• timing, delays, or changes.
• • Assist with the loading, transport, and unloading of school materials, supplies, or equipment as needed,
• alongside student transport duties.
• • Support school trips, outreach programs, sports events, and other off-site activities by providing safe
• transport for students and staff.
• • Report any recurring transport issues, safety concerns, or improvement suggestions to the Director of
• Operations.
• Other Duties
• • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Teacher or administration as needs arise.
• What We're Looking For
• Required Qualifications &