Hi and thanks for reading our job advert.
Before you apply please read the job description: we need someone capable of chatting to customers, who will be be happy to learn some history and facts about England, and you must love working with people! Training as a guide will be offered.
You will be employed by the company on the payroll (PAYE) with all the benefits of permanent employment. Sorry we are not looking for self-employed applicants for the role.
If you just want to drive, this is not the job for you!
If your CV does not show you are a suitable guide, please write a cover letter to show why you would be a good fit for this role. Please write a note to answer the questiona asked, rather than just saying “yes”: Perfect 100% English is needed - the first interview will be by phone. If you do not have PERFECT English language skills than this is not the job for you! This role is based near Chertsey, 5 mins from M25 junction 11.. (We also have a depot in Wembley) : if you do not currently live near one of these locations, please send us a note confirming you can commute there easily. We often reject applications if the location is not suitable.
We are looking for a fun informative person to guide our tours, driving a 19 seater luxury minibus! NOTE: CATEGORY D BUS LICENCE, CPC card and tachograph digital card all required, although you can still apply if waiting for cards to be issued.
We operate day tours!
Bath/Stonehenge,
Dover/Canterbury,
Oxford/Cotswolds
Cotswolds Villages
The working day is 6am-7pm approx.
The working patterm is 4 days on and then either 2 days off or 4 days off depending on drivers preference.
Weekend availability is essential for this role. We can offer a full-time permanent role for the right candidate. We can also offer a seasonal or part-time role eg. 2-3 days a week.
This can be a fun job if you love mixing with people. We will train you as a guide, once you have a fun personality and want to show people England!
PERFECT English is a requirement! May suit people with acting experience or who love history! But the most important thing is to show us why you would be an ideal fit for our team! Please write a brief cover note to introduce yourself!
A category D bus licence is a requirement for this position!
This is a permanent position and we operate all year!
(We are also keen to hear from anyone who may wish to join our part-time or temporary team, and a D licence Is essential.)
Benefits:
- Bonus scheme
- Gratuities
- Training
- Uniform
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Freelance
Pay: £216.00-£252.00 per day
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Chertsey, Surrey: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Are you confident to speak to customers on a hands-free microphone and happy to learn about the places visited?
- Do you have a D or D1 licence, tachograph card and valid CPC?
Work Location: In person
