Private Hire Driver (Self employed)
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Position Overview & Specifications
BW Cars is a friendly, reliable private hire taxi service based in Horsham. We have been running since 2015 and have run locally ever since.
We are currently looking for a private hire driver to join us as and when required due to client growth. This will be on a self-employed basis. We are a family run business and joining us would suit somebody who likes a flexible working approach.
We primarily cover Horsham, West Sussex and the surrounding towns and villages
As a given in this industry, weekends and evenings are our peak times, however week day hours may still be required.
If you have a private hire license then this is an advantage but not a necessity as we can guide you through the process to obtain one. Full guidance and training will be given. We can help you become a licenced driver.
Your own vehicle is not required- you will be driving one of our vehicles- fully insured.
Requirements:
- Excellent client facing skills
- Smart appearance necessary
- Reliability and promptness is key
- Local knowledge is key
Advantages:
- Confidence with driving a Minibus vehicle
- Airport process knowledge
- Organisational skills
- Technical ability
We do operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
We are a pre-booking service and do our very best to take short notice bookings. All our vehicles are regulated and licensed with Horsham District Council. Our base is just twenty minutes from one of our main travel destinations- Gatwick Airport.
We are offering an excellent commission rate
The opportunity for more than 20 hours a week may be available at peak times
Job Type: Commission
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 0-20 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
- Tips
COVID-19 considerations:
All vehicles will contain hand sanitiser and our Minibus vehicle will be in use when required to accommodate social distancing. Regular cleaning of vehicles will be in place
Experience:
- driving: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- driving license (required)
- Private Hire License (preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day shift (preferred)
- Night shift (preferred)
- Overnight shift (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: PHDBW
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Private Hire Driver (Self employed) roles across BW Cars's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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