Coach/Minibus Driver

Coach/Minibus Driver

Employee type

Permanent, Temporary, Part Time

Salary

£14 - £22/hour

Category

Automotive/Aerospace

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Job Description
We are looking for professional, reliable and friendly PCV drivers to join our growing team. We are an established independent coach operator providing home-to-school transport, private hire, day trips, events and other passenger-transport services across Herefordshire, Shropshire, Worcestershire and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced coach or bus driver looking for regular work with a friendly local operator. We are interested in hearing from drivers seeking full-time or part-time hours. The role The work is varied and may include: * Home-to-school contracts * Coach private hire * School trips * Day excursions * Event transport * Shuttle services * Weekend and evening work * Occasional longer-distance journeys The precise duties and working pattern will depend on your availability, experience and the position offered. Essential requirements Applicants must have: * A valid UK Category D PCV driving entitlement * A valid Driver Qualification Card/Driver CPC * A valid digital tachograph card * The legal right to work in the UK * A good understanding of PCV drivers’ hours and tachograph requirements * A safe and responsible driving record * A professional and passenger-focused attitude * Reliable transport to reach our depot * The flexibility to undertake the agreed duties and working pattern An enhanced DBS certificate will be required for school-transport duties. We can discuss the application process with successful candidates where necessary. About you The right person will be: * Dependable and punctual * Calm and professional * Friendly and approachable with passengers * Confident carrying children, schools, private groups and members of the public * Careful with company vehicles * Willing to follow procedures and report problems * Able to work independently while remaining part of the wider team Previous coach-driving experience is desirable, but we will consider applicants with suitable bus or other PCV experience. How to apply Please apply through Indeed with an up-to-date CV showing your recent driving history and PCV experience. Please include: * The type of PCV work you have previously undertaken * Whether you are looking for full-time or part-time work * Your usual availability * Your current notice period * Confirmation that you hold a Category D licence, Driver CPC and digital tachograph card Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview and may be asked to complete a driving assessment. Any offer will be subject to satisfactory right-to-work, driving-licence, Driver CPC, tachograph-card, reference and DBS checks as applicable. We are an equal-opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified drivers from all backgrounds. Pay: £14.00-£22.00 per hour Expected hours: 10.0 – 40.0 per week