Bus Driver

Compass Travel Limited; Portslade by Sea; On-site; GBP 45,273,000 - 54,443,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Pension

Uniform

Breaks paid

Driving bonus up to £70/mo

Job summary

Compass Travel Limited is seeking a Bus Driver for full-time work in Hangleton, West Sussex. You will drive scheduled routes, deliver friendly customer service, and uphold safety standards to ensure a smooth journey for passengers.

The role offers a four-day week with guaranteed hours, paid breaks, and a benefits package including on-site parking and a pension. Applicants must hold a valid Category D licence and Driver CPC, with the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Valid Category D driving licence
• Valid Driver CPC card
• Reliable, professional attitude
• Strong commitment to safety
• Right to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Drive buses to schedule and routes while maintaining safety and customer service.
• Assist passengers and provide information as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and traffic regulations.

Skills

Customer-focused attitude

Reliable approach

Strong commitment to safety

Ability to commute to depot

Job description

Bus Driver

Date Posted: 2026-09-08T15:44:00

Location: Hangleton, West Sussex, GB, BN12 6

Contract Type: Full Time

Closing Date: 2026-10-06T20:53:06.22

Salary: £15.80 - £19.00 per hour

Hours: 15.8

Application Details

• Are you looking for a full-time, permanent Bus Driver role where you're treated as an individual, not just a number?
• In a bus company with a modern fleet?
• Paid breaks?
• Free on-site parking?
• Where set rolling rotas offer guaranteed hours and predictability?
• 4 day working week (currently no Sundays and Bank Holidays)?

About the Company

Compass Travel is an independent bus operator with a friendly, down-to‑earth team who recognise good work and have a genuine open‑door policy. We're smaller than many of the big operators which means our Drivers get to know the people they work with. Whether you're an experienced bus/coach driver looking for a change or you're newer to the industry and looking to build your experience, we'd like to hear from you.

Benefits

• Minimum 40 hours per week
• Breaks paid in full
• Overtime opportunities
• Free on-site parking
• Up to £70 per month driving bonus (conditions apply)
• One discretionary paid CPC training module each year (conditions apply and catch-up modules excluded)
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension
• Uniform
• Free teas and coffees at the depot
• The choice to join a benefit scheme for £1.25 per week which gives access to health and welfare benefits (optional)
• After 2 weeks of employment, the opportunity to apply for discretionary, non-contractual family travel passes (you, your live‑in partner/spouse and up to 5 child passes up to the age of 19 across participating bus companies)

Working Hours and Pay

• £15.80 per hour Monday to Saturday
• £19.00 per hour if you choose to work on Sundays or Bank Holidays (Worthing or Brighton)

Requirements

• Valid Category D driving licence
• Valid Driver CPC card
• A reliable approach
• A professional, customer-focused attitude
• A strong commitment to safety
• The ability to commute to and from our depot
• The right to work in the UK

Interested?

If you reach the shortlist, you'll be invited to attend a driving assessment and face-to-face interview. This is an opportunity for you to get to know the company and see if you feel we’re the right fit. No agencies please.