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Depending on the position you accept once you complete your PCV training, you may take on jobs such as a public bus driver or a private-hire coach driver – which can affect your day-to-day duties.

However, both are enjoyable, public-facing roles that involve the completion of similar duties while chatting to the public.

Typical duties can include:

• Meeting and greeting passengers
• Helping passengers on and off, including using mobility aids like ramps
• Driving safely and competently, no matter the road or traffic conditions
• Completing basic vehicle checks
• Stopping at pre-booked locations at certain times
• Advising customers on everything from stops and times of journeys to giving directions
• Driving short and longer distances – depending on the route and the day

If you work on public transport, there may also be an element of cash handling as you take fares, which gives drivers extra, more serious responsibilities.

Looking into PCV training and wondering what you could do with it?

There are actually a vast array of jobs you can do as a minibus driver with a PCV licence, including:

• Joining a taxi fleet – giving larger groups or those with large luggage a travel option
• Supporting charities or religious groups in your local area, including food banks
• Becoming a council driver to help students get to school or college
• Driving adults with additional needs or the elderly to community outreach programs or hospitals for appointments
• Carrying school children to locations outside of school premises, including swimming lessons or extracurricular activities

Many of these positions are available on a professional or voluntary basis – allowing you to complete them as part of, or to supplement,  your main job or even in your spare time if you want to give back to your community.

Similarly, as most bus routes tend to have regular passengers, you can keep an eye on more vulnerable locals, such as the elderly or those with disabilities, which can be very rewarding.

Most coach drivers will have the added benefit of spending more time with their passengers, as they can drive them to a range of destinations, from day trips to the coast or even coach holidays which cover a few days.

This is a great way to see more of the UK, brings the added benefit of receiving tips – which is unlikely on public buses, and can vastly increase your job satisfaction.

Bus drivers, on the other hand, can choose to run routes near or in their local area, which can be a beneficial way of seeing people you know well, helping you to stay in touch.

Similarly, as most bus routes tend to have regular passengers, you can keep an eye on more vulnerable locals, such as the elderly or those with disabilities, which can be very rewarding.

In the UK, there is currently a huge demand for PCV drivers as the industry looks to replace operatives approaching retirement. HGV Training Network can provide you with the skills to access these rewarding opportunities with incredible job security.

You can gain your PCV qualification in as little as 5 days with HGV Training Network, thanks to our qualified instructors with plentiful real-life experience ensuring excellent pass rates.

Our dedicated team will handle your admin from start to finish, including booking your medical, tests and even assisting you with finding a job with our recruitment partner, Blue Arrow.