ADVERT ID 238848
School Transport Bus Escort
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Scoil Iosagain
Scoil Íosagáin
Upperchurch NS
Upperchurch
Thurles
E41 DY88
Upperchurch NS
Upperchurch
Thurles
E41 DY88
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Jun 16 2025
Application Closing Date:
Mon Jun 23 2025
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 28 2025
Status of Post:
Part-Time
Number of Vacancies:
1
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
8
Current Enrolment:
129
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Panel of Applicants:
An internal panel of suitable applicants may be set up to fill vacancies which may occur within a specific time period (four months for teacher posts and the duration of the school year for SNA posts) from the date on which the Board approves the successful candidate.
Additional Information:
This is a part time bus escort position with initial duties to accompany a pupil on school transport to school every school day (Monday to Friday) in line with the school calendar year (182 days) .
This contract is subject to change should pupils join/leave the service.
The bus route will be from the school to the child's home and back to the school. Hours of work will be approximately 4 hours per week- initially morning route required only but this may be subject to change.
Key Responsibilities:
Assisting child safely on and off the bus.
Ensuring child is properly seated and secured before transport departs.
Maintaining responsibility for pupil's safety during the journey, until handed over to school staff or
a responsible adult.
Ensuring a responsible adult receives the child at drop-off point.
Maintaining positive communication with parents and school staff.
Respecting confidentiality in all duties.
They will need to communicate regarding pick ups, drop offs, illnesses, traffic. delays etc.
The successful applicant will be required to complete garda vetting, Children First training and
other relevant training.
The ideal candidate will have experience in working with children, have an understanding of
additional needs, and be able to work with parents and school staff in a professional manner
Applicants should be reliable, patient and flexible.
Additional Information:
Hourly Rate: €15.50 (as determined by the Department of Education)
Pay Frequency: Fortnightly during school terms
Bus escorts do not work during school holidays but will receive holiday pay as per regulations.
We will also compile a panel of substitute Bus Escorts to cover absences or future vacancies
during the 2025–2026 school year.
Please state 'Bus Escort Application' on application envelope.
Applications to be received by 2.00pm on the closing date for applications
This contract is subject to change should pupils join/leave the service.
The bus route will be from the school to the child's home and back to the school. Hours of work will be approximately 4 hours per week- initially morning route required only but this may be subject to change.
Key Responsibilities:
Assisting child safely on and off the bus.
Ensuring child is properly seated and secured before transport departs.
Maintaining responsibility for pupil's safety during the journey, until handed over to school staff or
a responsible adult.
Ensuring a responsible adult receives the child at drop-off point.
Maintaining positive communication with parents and school staff.
Respecting confidentiality in all duties.
They will need to communicate regarding pick ups, drop offs, illnesses, traffic. delays etc.
The successful applicant will be required to complete garda vetting, Children First training and
other relevant training.
The ideal candidate will have experience in working with children, have an understanding of
additional needs, and be able to work with parents and school staff in a professional manner
Applicants should be reliable, patient and flexible.
Additional Information:
Hourly Rate: €15.50 (as determined by the Department of Education)
Pay Frequency: Fortnightly during school terms
Bus escorts do not work during school holidays but will receive holiday pay as per regulations.
We will also compile a panel of substitute Bus Escorts to cover absences or future vacancies
during the 2025–2026 school year.
Please state 'Bus Escort Application' on application envelope.
Applications to be received by 2.00pm on the closing date for applications
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- CV (Unbound/Slide Binder)
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
19677R
Apply To:
Chairperson Board of Management,
Scoil Íosagáin
Upperchurch NS
Upperchurch
Thurles,
Co.Tipperary
E41 DY88
Scoil Íosagáin
Upperchurch NS
Upperchurch
Thurles,
Co.Tipperary
E41 DY88
County:
Tipperary
Enquiries To:
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