Coach Driver

Driver Hire Ashford and Tonbridge; Ashford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Weekly PAYE pay

Flexible temporary assignments

Ongoing work opportunities

Friendly local team

Potential access to additional van orH

Job summary

Driver Hire Ashford is seeking an experienced Coach Driver to support local clients in Ashford, Kent. This temporary, ongoing role offers flexible assignments, with a pay rate of £15.00–£16.81 per hour (PAYE) and weekly PAYE pay.

Responsibilities include safe operation of coach and passenger vehicles, delivering excellent customer service, and completing necessary paperwork. Requirements include Full Category D licence, CPC qualification, and Tachograph Card.

Qualifications

• Full Category D (Coach/Bus) licence.
• Valid Driver CPC qualification.
• Digital Tachograph Card.
• Previous coach driving experience preferred.
• Customer-focused and professional attitude.
• Good understanding of driver hours and transport regulations.
• Flexible approach to different passenger transport work.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers to planned destinations and routes.
• Carry out vehicle safety checks before and after shifts.
• Provide a high standard of customer service.
• Comply with road traffic legislation, driver hours and safety regulations.
• Complete all relevant paperwork and route information accurately.

Skills

Customer service

Professional attitude

Flexibility

Tools

Driver CPC

Category D Licence

Tachograph Card

Job description

Location: Ashford, Kent

Pay: £15.00 - £16.81 per hour (PAYE)

Pay Frequency: Weekly

Start Time: Typically 07:00

Job Type: Temporary, Ongoing

Driver Hire Ashford is recruiting an experienced Coach Driver to support local clients across the Ashford area. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and professional driver looking for flexible, ongoing work with a variety of assignments.

The Role

You will be responsible for operating coach and passenger vehicles safely and professionally while providing excellent customer service to passengers.

Assignments may include a combination of:

• School runs
• School day trips
• Private hire day trips
• Airport runs
• Other passenger transport services

During quieter periods, we can discuss alternative driving opportunities, including van driving or HGV work for drivers who hold the relevant licence.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers to planned destinations and routes
• Carry out vehicle safety checks before and after shifts
• Provide a high standard of customer service
• Comply with road traffic legislation, driver hours and safety regulations
• Complete all relevant paperwork and route information accurately

Requirements

• Full Category D (Coach/Bus) licence
• Valid Driver CPC qualification
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Previous coach driving experience preferred
• Professional and customer-focused attitude
• Good understanding of driver hours and transport regulations
• Flexible approach to different types of passenger transport work

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates of £15.00 - £16.81
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Flexible temporary assignments
• Ongoing work opportunities
• Friendly and supportive local team
• Potential access to additional van or HGV driving work