PCV Driver (School Term Time Contract)
- Based: Runcorn Depot
- Hours: Guaranteed 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday
- Pay: £373.69 per week (annualised and paid 52 weeks per year whilst only working term time)
- Overtime during school holidays and weekends available (but not guaranteed)
The role:
We are looking to recruit a driver to operate a school route based from our depot in Runcorn, Cheshire, to collect and drop students. There is no cash handling.
This contract operates a split shift from 06:30-10:00 and 14:00 to 17:30, Monday to 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
- We will carry out an enhanced DBS check