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Trusted Coach Driver Recruitment & Hire Services
Established in 2006, we have grown to become the UK's largest specialist coach driver hire and recruitment agency. With over 19 years of experience, our IR35-compliant team of 250+ drivers provides cost-effective solutions for operators nationwide. Our drivers are employed directly through our in-house Sage PAYE payroll, ensuring full compliance and reducing costs by up to 5,000 per year per full-time driver. We pride ourselves on understanding operator requirements and maintaining the highest standards of service. Our expertise spans full-time, part-time, seasonal, and relief driver placements across diverse sectors including private hire, rail replacement, and international tours.Through continuous staff development and rigorous training programs, we ensure our drivers represent our clients' businesses with professionalism. Our commitment to customer service has enabled us to place over 2,095 drivers into permanent positions. We maintain transparent communication channels with multiple contact options including dedicated phone lines and email support. Our operational flexibility covers day relief, holiday cover, and emergency requirements with nationwide reach. As industry leaders, we actively adapt to sector challenges while maintaining our core values of reliability and compliance.
Services
Coach Driver Hire
Driver Recruitment
Relief Drivers
Seasonal Drivers
IR35 Compliance
PAYE Payroll
Rail Replacement
Private Hire
Tour Drivers
Driver Training
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- 19 years of specialist experience in coach driver recruitment
- IR35-compliant PAYE payroll system ensures full legal compliance
- Cost savings of up to 5,000 annually per full-time driver
- 250+ experienced drivers available for all operational requirements
- 24/7 support through multiple contact channels including out-of-hours line
Services
Coach Driver Hire
Specialist coach driver provision for operators requiring temporary or permanent staffing solutions. Our IR35-compliant drivers are available for full-time, part-time, seasonal, and relief roles across the UK. All drivers are employed through our in-house Sage PAYE system, ensuring complete regulatory compliance while delivering cost savings of up to 5,000 annually per full-time driver.
Driver Recruitment
Permanent driver placement services connecting qualified professionals with coach operators nationwide. With 19 years' experience, we've successfully placed over 2,095 drivers into full-time positions. Our rigorous vetting process ensures only the most capable drivers enter our network, maintaining industry-leading standards for client businesses.
IR35 Compliance
Full IR35 compliance management through our dedicated PAYE payroll system. We handle all regulatory requirements, ensuring operators avoid self-employment status complications. This approach provides legal security while delivering significant cost efficiencies through our employment model.
Seasonal Drivers
Flexible driver solutions for peak periods and special events. Our extensive network of 250+ drivers covers summer holidays, festivals, and major sporting events. Operators benefit from experienced professionals who understand seasonal demands while maintaining consistent service standards.
Relief Drivers
Emergency and planned cover for driver absences due to sickness, holidays, or unexpected vacancies. Available on short notice across the UK, our relief drivers maintain service continuity without compromising compliance or quality standards.
People
Del Haggerty
Managing Director
Founder with 19 years' experience leading the UK's largest coach driver agency. Oversees strategic direction and international transport operations.
Shirley Haggerty
Accounts
Financial director managing our IR35-compliant Sage PAYE payroll system that serves 250+ drivers and ensures regulatory compliance for all client operators.
Fiona Laughton
Administration
Coordinates driver documentation and client communications, ensuring smooth operations across our nationwide network of temporary and permanent driver placements.
Nigel
Payroll
Manages payroll processes for our 250+ driver workforce, maintaining accurate records and compliance with HMRC regulations through our dedicated systems.
Questions
What types of driver hire services do you offer?
We provide full-time, part-time, seasonal, relief, and event-specific drivers for coach operators nationwide, including specialisms in rail replacement and international tours.
Are your drivers IR35 compliant?
Yes, all drivers are employed through our in-house Sage PAYE system ensuring full IR35 compliance and eliminating self-employment status concerns for operators.
How do you help operators save costs?
Our employment model reduces administrative burdens and delivers savings of up to £5,000 annually per full-time driver through streamlined compliance processes.
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide across the UK, providing drivers for local, national, and international operations from our Torquay headquarters.
What experience do your drivers have?
Our 250+ drivers include experienced professionals across all sectors, with specific expertise in school transport, event logistics, and international touring operations.
Reviews (3)
J. C.
Nov 27, 2021
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I've done work on and off for del for few years now and always had good variety of work from feeders to Dover to 9 day European jobs down to Budapest Prague Vienna. Lots of ski work obviously before covid ruined everything! Good agency
Chris Pawsey
Dec 01, 2020
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Im a supplier to DH Team, They are a fantastic business making genuine moves to benefit their industry. They know what they're on about and do it fairly and resonably, always looking for win-win situations. Lng may it continue
Steve Carr
Jun 22, 2019
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Experienced, professional and caring have supplied me with some excellent staff in the past no hesitation in recommending Del and the team!
