Coach Driver - Woods Coaches

We have fantastic opportunities in Leicester, with Woods Coaches part of National Express Transport Solutions (NXTS), for experienced PCV Coach Drivers to join our welcoming and talented team! 

As a Coach Driver with Woods Coaches, you’ll be providing the very best customer service while safely transporting our wide range of customers through private hire contracts, as well as driving across various National Express routes. Adventure awaits!

What you'll need...

• Valid UK PCV licence (Category D)
• Valid CPC 
• Demonstrable PCV driving experience, ideally coach driving
• Outstanding customer service experience, with a willingness to support our customers needs
• Flexible approach to work, working on 5 on 2 off and 6 on 2 off shift patterns 

Our extensive training and development offerings include: 

• CPC and continuous training to ensure you keep your hard earned qualifications
• Free medicals as well as being paid for your time to undertake necessary medicals for CPC renewal
• Extensive route learning and vehicle familiarisation before you hit the road for the first time
• Company specific training such as processes, systems, defensive driving, disability awareness and much more

What we offer in return for your hard work and commitment:

• An hourly rate of £12.50 for National Express Coach and for Private Hire. £13.50 per hour for weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week, with the ability to work overtime
• Free nationwide National Express coach travel for you, and 50% off for up to 4 family members!
• Endless opportunities for progression within the business
• Free uniform provided for your role 
• Company pension 
• Paid annual leave
• A variety of deals and discounts via NX online portal including travel, days out, cinema, mobile, car and many more
• Employee Assistance Programme
• To reward you for your dedication, we offer fantastic long service awards at key milestones

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.

Customer Service, Driver, Driving Licence, HGV, CPC, Passenger Transport, Driving, Delivery Driver, Taxi Driver, Security, Travel, Airport Shuttle, Van Driver

If the above sounds like a next step in your career, follow our online application process to express your interest!