Meet the team · Careers
Great journeys.
Even better people.
Expert guides. Professional drivers. A warm welcome at every stop. Meet the people behind Shakespeare Coaches—and discover where you could fit in.
As new routes open across London, the South of England and the Midlands, we’re always keen to hear from people who can turn a day out into a day to remember.
The people make the difference
A knowledgeable team.
A personal approach.
At Shakespeare Coaches, a great tour starts with the people looking after you. Our guides share the stories behind the places we visit, our drivers make every journey comfortable, and our team keeps the day running smoothly.
Our expert tour guides
Curious, engaging and full of local knowledge. They make history approachable, answer the questions you’ve been saving up and help you see beyond the postcard.
Our professional drivers
Steady hands, thoughtful service and pride in the vehicle. They focus on safe travel, a friendly welcome and the small details that make guests feel looked after.
Our team behind the scenes
From the first enquiry to the final drop-off, they help coordinate bookings, pickups and practical arrangements so guests can enjoy their day.
Different skills, one shared standard: look after our guests, look after each other and take pride in every tour.
Could this be you?
Good with people?
Love being on the move?
We’re looking for drivers, driver-guides and tour guides who bring warmth, initiative and excellent customer service. Tourism, hospitality, transport or customer-facing experience can all be valuable.
You don’t have to know every date in a history book. You do need to care about people and be willing to learn the routes and stories you’ll share.
You make people feel welcome
You enjoy meeting visitors from different countries and make each guest feel included.
You communicate with confidence
You speak clear English, listen well and explain information in an engaging way.
You’re curious about places
You enjoy local stories, landscapes and heritage—and want to keep learning.
You keep your cool
Traffic, weather or a late guest? You respond calmly and make practical decisions.
You’re reliable and organised
You arrive prepared, keep track of the day and communicate clearly with the team.
You take safety seriously
You put passenger comfort first and never let the schedule compromise safe working.
Find your place
One team. Different ways to join.
Tell us which role interests you, where you’re based and when you’re available. We welcome enquiries throughout the year as our tour programme grows.
Your day as a driver-guide
- Welcome guests, explain the day and drive the agreed route safely.
- Share accurate commentary, local stories and useful tips.
- Manage meeting points, stop times and guests’ questions.
- Complete vehicle checks, report defects and keep the vehicle presentable.
- Follow drivers’ hours and operating procedures; keep required records.
- Work with the team when conditions call for a change of plan.
A good match if…
You combine confident passenger driving with a natural ability to host a group. You enjoy telling a story, notice when someone needs help and take responsibility for the whole guest experience.
Licence: Full D1 or D, matched to the vehicle, with current Driver CPC.
Interested in this role →Your day as a professional driver
- Collect guests at agreed locations and provide a friendly welcome.
- Drive safely, smoothly and with consideration for passengers.
- Check the vehicle, report defects and keep the interior ready for guests.
- Coordinate with the guide and operations team on the day’s schedule.
- Follow drivers’ hours, breaks and record-keeping requirements.
- Assist with practical boarding and luggage arrangements.
A good match if…
You’re a professional passenger driver who values punctuality, vehicle care and courteous service. You enjoy varied routes and working with people.
Licence: Full D1 or D, matched to the vehicle, with current Driver CPC.
Interested in this role →Your day as a tour guide
- Bring destinations to life with researched stories and clear commentary.
- Welcome guests, introduce the itinerary and answer questions.
- Explain meeting points and help keep the group together.
- Offer practical advice on exploring each stop.
- Work closely with the driver and adapt to the needs of each group.
- Continue building your knowledge of the places on our routes.
A good match if…
You’re an engaging communicator with a love of heritage, travel and people. Guiding, teaching, hospitality or public-speaking experience may help you bring your own style to the role.
Licence: No PCV licence needed for a non-driving guide role.
Interested in this role →A varied working day
Village lanes, famous landmarks, countryside and private groups. Bring your skills to a range of guest experiences.
A growing tour programme
New routes across London, the South of England and the Midlands create opportunities to get involved.
A conversation about what fits
Tell us your availability. We’ll discuss suitable opportunities, employed terms, pay and working hours.
Where your next chapter could begin
More routes.
More people to meet.
We’re expanding our programme and always interested in hearing from talented people based near our departure areas.
We’d like to hear from you
Sound like your
kind of team?
Send a short introduction telling us where you’re based, the role you’re interested in and what you would bring to our guests’ day.
For driving roles, include your licence category, CPC status and passenger-driving experience. Let us know your availability, including early starts and weekends.
A CV is welcome, but a thoughtful introduction is a good place to start.
info@shakespeare-coaches.comA few things you might be wondering
Do I need previous tour-guiding experience?
It helps, but we’re also interested in strong communicators from hospitality, customer service, teaching and other people-facing backgrounds. Tell us about the skills you would bring.
Can I apply if I’m a driver rather than a guide?
Yes. We welcome enquiries from professional drivers as well as people interested in combining driving and guiding.
What licence do I need?
Commercial minibus driving roles require suitable full D1 or D entitlement and current Driver CPC. Larger passenger vehicles require Category D. A non-driving tour guide role does not require a PCV licence.
What about pay, hours and start dates?
These depend on the role and operational needs. Share your availability and preferred area so we can discuss suitable employed opportunities and their terms.