Vacancies have arisen for Coach Drivers based at our Ringmer depot.

We are looking for a mixture of casual, part-time and full-time drivers to support a wide range of work across our coaching operation.

This role may include weekends and bank holidays and offers varied and rewarding driving opportunities across Sussex.

• School and college services

• Business and corporate transport

• Rail Replacement (enhanced rates)

• Private hire and events

• UK tour work (including nights away)

• Exciting new adventures planned for the year ahead

Flexibility is essential, as duties will vary and may require staying away from home on occasion.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver a high-quality, professional service to all customers travelling on our vehicles

• Operate services including school and college contracts, short breaks, days out, private hire and tour work

• Carry out daily comprehensive vehicle safety checks in line with Company procedures and Department for Transport standards

• Regularly check vehicles for lost property, in accordance with Company procedures

• Undertake additional commercial work such as football park & ride operations and rail replacement services

• Maintain excellent standards of customer care and communication at all times

You Will Need:

• A valid PCV licence with entitlement to drive in the UK (maximum of 6 penalty points)

• Good self-management and motivation, as the role will often involve lone working

• A good working knowledge of the Sussex area

• Good geographical awareness and confidence reading road maps

• A digital tachograph card (preferred but not essential)

• Flexibility and willingness to change duties at short notice

• Excellent customer service and communication skills

There is a requirement to undertake an Enhanced DBS check for this position.

In Return, We Will Award You With:

• A varied and interesting mix of driving work.

• Casual, part-time and full-time contracts to suit your availability

• A contributory workplace pension scheme

• Access to Hapi employee benefits, including:

• Discounts on high street and online retailers, entertainment, travel and days out

• Health, wellbeing and lifestyle savings

• Financial wellbeing tools and insurance options

• Recognition and reward features

• Easy access via the mobile Hapi benefits platform

• Unlimited travel for you, your direct children, and one nominated person on Go-Ahead Group bus services (outside London)

• A supportive and professional working environment

• Opportunities for ongoing training, development and progression

About Spirit of Sussex

Spirit of Sussex is a locally rooted coach operator providing high-quality transport across Sussex and the wider UK. We deliver a broad range of services including schools and colleges, private hire, corporate travel, tours, rail replacement and major event transport.

We pride ourselves on professional driving standards, well-maintained vehicles, and strong customer relationships, while offering drivers the backing and stability of the wider Go-Ahead Group.

If this role sounds exciting to you, please get in touch by completing this form

Vacancies have arisen for Flixbus Coach Drivers based at our Ringmer depot.

Spirit of Sussex is expanding its long-distance coach operation in partnership with FlixBus, and we are now recruiting professional PCV Coach Drivers to join this new operation.

This new role will be operating on a 4x4 rotating rota (4 days on / 4 days off), providing excellent work life balance alongside competitive pay, modern vehicles, and structured duties.

You’ll be part of a dedicated FlixBus driving team, delivering high-quality express coach services while representing both Spirit of Sussex and the FlixBus brand.

What we offer:

Requirements:

If you’re an experienced coach driver looking for structured work, modern equipment, and a stable rota, we’d like to hear from you.

Start date will be: WC 23^rd March 2026

If this role sounds exciting to you, please get in touch by completing this form