Trainee Coach Driver Aston

National Express

  • Birmingham Aston, West Midlands
  • £12.60 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 11 hours ago
We have fantastic full-time opportunities in the West Midlands for individuals interested in becoming a fully qualified Coach Driver.As a Coach Driver with National Express you'll be driving on the National Express network or you will be providing transport services for day trips, International and national tours and excursions, sports events and corporate shuttle work, along with school trips and private events.Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this roleWe have opportunities available for our multi modal Aston depot in Birmingham, however a level of flexibility is required with regard to travel for start destinations at Walsall and Wolverhampton.Our Driver Training Academy will help you gain the skills and knowledge needed to become a full PCV licence holder. Experienced National Express PCV instructors will guide you through the whole process including the driving theory and driving practical exams.What you'll need:
  • A valid UK Manual Car Licence
  • A passion to deliver great customer service
  • To be aged 21 or over
What we offer in return for your hard work and commitment:
  • Averaging a minimum of 43 hours per week, with the ability to work overtime.
  • Paid training at £12.60 per hour, rising to £14.60 per hour weekdays, £15.64 per hour weekends
  • £18.25 per hour overtime rate
  • Paid from Book on to Book off (No unpaid breaks)
  • Free Bus & Coach travel for yourself on the National Express Network
  • Complimentary coach travel for a Nominated Person or complimentary bus travel for a Spouse or Partner
  • 50% discount for friends and family on full fares on our coach services
  • A smart comfortable uniform
  • A company pension
  • Fully paid CPC training
  • Free licence medicals without loss of pay
  • Private online GP service
  • Paid annual leave
  • Exclusive benefits and savings from thousands of the UK's largest retailers and service providers
  • Free access to our award winning Health Bus; providing free and accessible health checks
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which includes free counselling and further support to improve your health and wellbeing
  • An opportunity to take part in our Cycle to work scheme
  • A warm invite to join the National Express Sports and Social Club
  • A chance to travel and work across the UK and beyond
Join us on the Journey… and apply today.National Express is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and should you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know.At National Express, we are really proud of our health and safety record and as a result, we operate a Drugs and Alcohol Policy which is applicable to all employees.As part of your initial assessment, we will complete Drug and Alcohol testing and you may be subject to random tests during your employment.

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