Driver / Escort

Driver/Escort

Date: September 28, 2026

Location: Preston, Lancashire, GB, PR1 2

Part Time

Closing Date: December 30, 2026

Salary: £25,614 - £26,016 + Excellent Benefits

Please note: If we receive a high volume of applications, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Huge Small Victories

Being a driver in our school means being part of something big. You'll be the one who gets the children to school on time and returns them home safely, creating positive relationships with the children and parents.

Get out what you put in

You will be responsible for the safety and behaviour of the children, and for using a variety of online reporting tools to record any communication from/to parents, or any pupil concerns.

One of the best environments in SEND

From day one, Bridgeway School has been built on a principle of simply 'being there' for its pupils. This means that every pupil's need, and every ambition was considered as the school took shape, both in terms of its physical environment and the school's ethos and vision. The result is a truly tailored learning environment, rated Good by Ofsted, with experienced staff who are committed to providing outstanding education and support to all pupils.

What we do for you

We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector.

• Training: A full induction and on the job training


• Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays


• Flexible benefits: including options to increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance


• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance


• Medical cover: claiming back the cost of opticians or dentist appointments and a host of high-street discounts


• Facilities: beautiful working environments with excellent facilities


• Recommend a friend scheme: offering a £1,000 bonus every time

Bring your whole-self to work

Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves.

What we're looking for

• Have a clean driving license with a minimum of 5 years driving experience and be over the age of 25


• Be friendly, hard-working and dependable


• Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and visitors


• Be well presented, reliable and a good time keeper

Interested in joining us?

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and truly belongs.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference—especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognized as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

For a full job description and person specification, please see the attached document titled "Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD".

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£25,614 - £26,016 + Excellent BenefitsPlease note: If we receive a high volume of applications, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Huge Small VictoriesBeing a driver in our school means being part of something big. You'll be the one who gets the children to school on time and returns them home safely, creating positive relationships with the children and parents.Get out what you put inYou will be responsible for the safety and behaviour of the children, and for using a variety of online reporting tools to record any communication from/to parents, or any pupil concerns.One of the best environments in SENDFrom day one, Bridgeway School has been built on a principle of simply 'being there' for its pupils. This means that every pupil's need, and every ambition was considered as the school took shape, both in terms of its physical environment and the school's ethos and vision. The result is a truly tailored learning
environment, rated Good by Ofsted, with experienced staff who are committed to providing outstanding education and support to all pupils. What we do for youWe know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you'll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get:Training: A full induction and on the job trainingHoliday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidaysFlexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits hereWellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistanceMedical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discountsBeautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our
schools hereA recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every timeBring your whole-self to workOur young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will:Have a clean driving license with a minimum of 5 years driving experience and be over the age of 25Be friendly, hard-working and dependableBe able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and visitorsBe well presented, reliable and a good time keeperInterested in joining us?At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing
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