PCO Bus Driver – SEND Transport, Flexible Hours

HATS Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The HATS Group is recruiting for a PCO Company Driver to support SEND transport services. You will drive passenger-carrying vehicles, provide excellent customer service, and ensure safe, timely journeys across the network.

Successful candidates will hold a valid UK driving licence, a current PCO certificate, and meet the company’s safety and compliance standards. The role is based in London with core hours and a monthly appraisal process.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence
• No more than 3 penalty points
• Strong command of spoken and written English
• Good numeric skills for handling cash and records
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Able to provide references on request
• Identity verification when required
• Current Person PCO certificate
• Basic education or equivalent completed
• Willingness to undertake NVQ or related training
• Competent and safe driving ability
• Clear English communication (ESOL level)
• Sufficient physical ability for the role
• Customer service experience/skills
• Medical fitness to work
• Criminal records check (CRB/DBS)
• Compliance with alcohol and drugs screening policies

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and wellbeing of clients throughout journeys.
• Wear high-visibility PPE when in vehicle movement areas.
• Adhere to speed limits in depots and school premises.
• Pre-check vehicle condition before service.
• Report defects promptly using company procedures.
• Keep vehicle clean and tidy before starting service.
• Comply with phone, smoking and prohibited equipment policies.
• Maintain health, safety, security and welfare for all.
• Attend safety briefings and training as required.
• Report all safety and incidents promptly.
• Understand emergency and evacuation plans.
• Communicate information to customers during journeys.

Skills

Valid UK licence

Penalty points ≤3

English language

Numeric skills

UK work eligibility

References

Identity verification

PCO certificate

Education level

NVQ readiness

Driving ability

English communication (ESOL)

Physical ability

Customer service

Medical screening

Crb check

Alcohol and drugs screening

Education

NVQ in Road Passenger Transport

Basic secondary education or equivalent

Job description

The HATS Group is recruiting for a PCO Company Driver to support SEND transport services. You will drive passenger-carrying vehicles, provide excellent customer service, and ensure safe, timely journeys across the network.

Successful candidates will hold a valid UK driving licence, a current PCO certificate, and meet the company’s safety and compliance standards. The role is based in London with core hours and a monthly appraisal process.