We are launching our Driver Training Academy and are recruiting now for trainee Coach Drivers – if this sounds like something for you please copy this link and book a time that works for you.
https://calendly.com/peter-scholey/30min
About us
Established in 1949, Wilfreda Beehive is a South Yorkshire based family run business that has built its success from a professional caring attitude towards its customers. We are one of the region’s leading travel groups trading under two different brands with something to suit all tastes and budgets. 2019 saw The Wilfreda Group celebrating 70 years of operating quality and affordable coach holidays throughout Britain and Ireland.
Wilfreda Beehive is a small business in Doncaster. We are professional, customer-centric and inclusive.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- On-the-job training
- Safe work environment
- Company perks
About our Driver roles
As tourism in the UK picks up - and after being awarded multiple new contracts leading to the addition of multiple brand-new coaches we are now looking to add to our team of drivers. We are looking for enthusiastic and professional drivers that can undertake a variety of coach driving work.
About you
- You must have a licence
- Be Doncaster based or able to commute
- Have a clean DBS
- Ideally no driving convictions
- Be reliable
Training Breakdown
Medical
Pending a successful interview, our trainers will call you within two days to organise your medical assessment, these will usually be completed within two weeks. If the medical is satisfactory then our trainers will support you via phone/Zoom to complete your D2 application form for provisional entitlement. You will liaise our trainers when you receive your licence back or if you hear from the DVSA before us. Once your provisional has arrived, we will liaise with you to give you the next available start date.
Theory
Once the D2 form has been sent off you will receive a online theory study pack for the multiple choice, hazard perception and Mod 2 CPC questions followed by an email from DT4All with log in details. You will be sitting your theory test within four weeks from sending your D2 application.
Practical
You will be sent a set of Mod 4 questions via email to study and begin your practical Driver Training over two weeks, followed by your practical assessment.
After the test
We will provide further company training and aim to have you out on the road within a week following your test.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £13.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Tips
Licence/Certification:
- Car Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person