PCV Driver (College Term Time Contract)

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Manchester

Permanent

Driver

Based: Sharston, Manchester Depot
Hours: Guaranteed 30 hours per week
Pay: £300.08 per week (annualised and paid 52 weeks per year whilst only working term time)
Weekend / School Holidays overtime available

The role:

We are looking to recruit a driver to operate a college route based from our Manchester depot.

This contract operates a split shift from 07:00-10:00 and 14:00-17:00 Monday-Friday. Occasionally there may be additional weekend / none school term time shifts available but these will be agreed in advance.

Why choose us?

Selwyns continue to be a significant player in the UK’s coach transport sector, combining over half a century of experience with a commitment to quality and innovation. Founded in 1968, the company has grown into a prominent provider of coach services across the UK with operating hubs at Runcorn, Manchester and Milton Keynes.

At Selwyns, we recognise creating a first-class service for our customers starts by creating a first-class career for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can flourish and thrive.

We offer a wide range of benefits including:

Excellent rates of pay – Selwyns is an accredited ‘Living Wage Employer’ and a proud member of the ‘Living Wage Foundation’. We also currently offer the highest paying driver rates as a Coach Operator in the North West as we believe our staff should be rewarded for the important service they deliver to our customers.
Selwyns is also an accredited ‘Living Hours Employer’, which is also part of the ‘Living Wage Foundation’. We understand how important stability and security is.
‘Refer a friend’ scheme – introduce a ‘friend’ to our business and if you both successfully pass your probation period, you will both receive a £500 payment!
Drive modern vehicles which are less than 2 years old on average.
We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at Selwyns. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it. You’ll find a range of health-promotion initiatives via our Wellbeing App and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
Get access to many discounts ranging from everyday leisure activities to electrical and home purchases via ‘My Staff Shop’.
Optical care vouchers – to fulfil our duty of care as an employer and safeguard the vision and health of all of our employees, the company provides optical care vouchers to employees every 2 years via Specsavers. The £35.00 voucher includes a free eye test and up to £70 towards selected glasses.
Training and career development – our range of schemes run from comprehensive CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) for our drivers, to bite-sized sessions for ongoing development for those who require a little extra support. We offer real opportunities for development and invest in our staff to help them progress in their career.
Company pension.
Free on-site parking.
Full company uniform provided.

You must meet the following essential criteria:

A full, UK PCV (Category D) Licence
At least 12 month’s driving experience.
A valid Digital Tachograph card (not essential at application stage, but must have one prior to start on duty)
A Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
A maximum of 6 penalty points
No unspent criminal convictions

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Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders legislation. Applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions cautions, all adult cautions and spent convictions that are not protected (ie., that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). In view of this requirement, if applicable, please provide any relevant information including dates.

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I confirm that the information I have given in my application form and any supporting documents is accurate and complete.

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PCV Driver (College Term Time Contract)

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