H2S PSV Bus Driver

Position: H2S PSV Company Bus Driver

H2S PSV Company Bus Driver – Birmingham at HATS Group

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Job Description

Location:

Unit A Bracebridge Street. HATS Group is the UK's foremost private healthcare provider, excelling in patient‑centric transport services with an ‘Outstanding’ rating for Responsiveness from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). HATS Group delivers over 2 million passenger movements annually and operates a fleet of more than 800 vehicles.

Job Purpose

A PSV Company bus driver is responsible for operating a passenger‑carrying vehicle (PCV) while ensuring good customer service and a safe, comfortable journey throughout the HATS bus network.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and wellbeing of clients throughout the journey and handover.
• Wear high‑visibility PPE in vehicle movement areas.
• Observe speed limits within bus depots and school premises.
• Check the vehicle prior to service: conduct a safety walk‑round, report defects immediately, complete the Vehicle Defect Card or enter defects electronically, and keep the vehicle clean and tidy.
• Comply with laws and company regulations regarding mobile phone use, smoking, and prohibited equipment (e.g., gaming consoles) while on duty.
• Report all safety accidents/incidents using the company’s reporting procedure.
• Understand emergency and evacuation plans, keep the bus cab area safe and tidy, and maintain high customer service standards.
• Inform passengers of road closures, diversions, and other journey information.
• Drive the company’s vehicles safely, legally, and professionally, meeting the timetable without running early or late when safe.
• Maintain a valid driving licence and CPC licence at all times; have them available for inspection at any time.
• Report for work on time, in the correct dress code, and with the required equipment; do not report when overtired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Follow notification procedures for absences and report all incidents promptly.
• Participate in a yearly appraisal, provide feedback for service improvement, and comply with all HATS policies and procedures.
• Undertake any reasonable requests made by HATS.
• Work flexible hours with core windows 07:00‑09:00 and 14:30‑16:30; accommodate additional duties as required.

Work Environment

• Licence: D1 category with no restrictions and CPC licence in date for the vehicle type.
• Medical renewals up to date.
• Report any licence changes that affect driving entitlement to line manager.
• Licence available for inspection every six months.
• Follow absence notification procedures.

Required Criteria

• Valid current UK (or acceptable other) driver’s licence, with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Good understanding of written and spoken English.
• Proven eligibility to work in the UK and ability to provide suitable references.
• Professional driving experience and a bachelor of vehicle safety standards.
• Completion of 7 hours of DCPC training each year.
• Basic secondary school education or equivalent.
• Prepared to undertake further training such as NVQ when required.
• Ability to drive a vehicle to a competent and safe standard.
• Good written and verbal communication skills using English.

Desired Criteria

None specified.

Closing Date

Saturday 31st January, 2026

Contract Type

Part‑time

Salary

£13.02 hourly

Senior­ity Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Part‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Truck Transportation

Company Overview

The HATS Group is the UK’s leading private provider of patient transport, mental health, SEND transport, and private passenger hire services. With a fleet of over 800 vehicles, HATS delivers high‑quality, passenger‑focused transport solutions to the NHS, CCGs, mental health trusts, local authorities, and private medical institutions. HATS scored ‘Good’ overall and ‘Outstanding’ for responsiveness in its latest CQC inspection (2020).

Why

Join HATS?

We support the London Living Wage and are a Disability Confident Employer, supporting people with disabilities. We’re expanding across the UK and offer opportunities across roles (paramedic, technician, driver, passenger care, customer service). We value teamwork, passion for healthcare, and a proactive attitude.

Application Notes

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