Driver jobs in Didcot

We are interested in hearing from qualified PCV licence holders who are interested in Full and Part-time work!

At Pearces Coaches, we’ve been delivering safe, reliable, and professional coach travel for decades. As part of Go Thames Valley, we provide high-quality coach travel for schools, private hire, corporate clients, day trips, and special events across Oxfordshire and beyond.

As one of our Coach Drivers, you'll be much more than a driver – you'll be the face of Pearces. Every journey is an opportunity to provide a professional, friendly, and memorable experience for our customers, whether you're transporting a school group, welcoming corporate clients, or taking passengers on a day out.

If you take pride in delivering excellent customer service, enjoy meeting new people, and are passionate about safe, professional driving, we'd love to hear from you.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime.
• Free travel for you, plus one adult and children under 18, across our bus network.
• Company pension scheme.
• Professional uniform provided.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Employee discounts at local shops and leisure facilities.
• A stable, long-term career with opportunities to develop across the wider Go Thames Valley Group.
• Be part of a business committed to sustainability, operating one of the greenest bus and coach fleets in the UK.

What you'll do day-to-day:

• Safely operate our modern coaches on a wide variety of private hire, school, corporate, excursion, and contract work.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and create a positive experience for every passenger from the moment they board until they reach their destination.
• Represent Pearces professionally at all times, acting as an ambassador for our business.
• Build positive relationships with customers, passengers, tour organisers, and colleagues.
• Work confidently on your own while maintaining close communication with our Operations team.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and ensure your coach remains clean, tidy, and well-presented throughout every journey.
• Drive safely and responsibly, complying with all road traffic legislation and company policies.
• Be flexible to work a varied shift pattern, including weekends, evenings, and occasional overnight work where required.

Your Recruitment Journey:

We like to keep the recruitment process straightforward and welcoming.

Screening Call – A short conversation with one of our recruitment team to discuss your experience and answer any questions.

Assessment Day – If successful, you'll be invited to our Didcot depot where you'll complete:

• A driving assessment.
• A short interview.

We'll let you know the outcome as quickly as possible.

What we're looking for:

• A valid PCV licence (Category D).
• Driver CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
• A professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently while being part of a supportive team.
• Pride in maintaining high standards for both yourself and your vehicle.
• A safe driving record with no more than six penalty points and no serious driving convictions.
• Flexibility to work a range of duties to meet customer needs.

At Pearces Coaches, we're proud of our reputation for delivering high-quality coach travel and exceptional customer service. If you're looking for a rewarding driving role where no two days are the same and every journey makes a difference, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

Pay: £17.25 per hour

Work Location: In person