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247 Taxis on the road in Hastings

Start your
driving career.

Join the biggest taxi fleet in Hastings. We'll guide you through every step — from your first enquiry to your first fare.

The 247 Driver App

Everything you need,
in one app.

Accept jobs, track your earnings and navigate your day — the 247 Driver app is built around how you work.

Account Work

Reliable account work, from school runs to patient transport, delivering steady and consistent earnings.

Work your own hours

Choose hours that fit around your lifestyle and commitments. Earn as little or as much as you want.

Safety First

For your peace of mind, all vehicles are fitted with CCTV, completely free for all drivers.

247 Driver app

Backed by Tech

Job pool, live chat, bidding, detailed earning reports and much more. All built to maximise driver earnings.

Community First

Join a team that gives back to the local community, with plenty of chances to get involved (Grinch costume optional).

Weekly Payments

Enjoy the convenience of weekly payments, giving you regular, reliable access to your earnings.

The licensing journey

What it takes to get
behind the wheel.

Here's every step — and how we help you through it.

1
Background check

Enhanced DBS Check

A Disclosure and Barring Service check is a legal requirement for all licensed taxi drivers in England. You'll complete an enhanced DBS through Ucheck — we'll send you the link and walk you through it. Once issued, it's maintained via the annual DBS Update Service.

Via uCheck DBS: £64.20 Update service: £16/yr
2
Medical

DVLA Group 2 Medical

All taxi drivers must meet DVLA Group 2 medical standards. This assesses your overall fitness to drive professionally. We can arrange your appointment directly.

DVLA Group 2 standard Booked through 247
3
Local knowledge

Knowledge Test

You'll need to pass a local knowledge test set by Hastings Borough Council. It covers local landmarks, basic math, road signs and the taxi policy. We can point you to study materials to prepare.

Set by Hastings Borough Council Study guides available
4
On the road

Driving Assessment

A practical driving assessment ensures you meet the professional standard expected of a licensed taxi driver. Our team will let you know exactly what to expect before you sit it.

Practical assessment
5
Safeguarding

CSE Safeguarding Training

All licensed drivers must complete Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) safeguarding awareness training. It equips drivers to recognise and report signs of exploitation, helping keep vulnerable people safe. We offer this training in-house.

Offered In-House Certificate issued on completion
We arrange this training for you
The Pink Plate Project

More women
on the road.

The taxi industry is overwhelmingly male and we're looking to change that. The Pink Plate Project removes every single financial barrier between women and a career as a licensed driver.

We fully fund the entire licensing process. Every step listed above. DBS, medical, knowledge test, driving assessment, safeguarding training - covered in full. No loans, no repayments, no catch.

Entire process fully funded

DBS, medical, knowledge test, driving assessment and CSE training, all paid for by 247. Nothing comes out of your pocket.

Mentorship throughout

You'll be guided by our dedicated Fleet Team.

Work fully on your terms

Choose your own hours from day one. Earn well, build a career that fits your life, and be supported by a team that wants you to succeed.

Safe, supported, valued

Our office is open 24/7. You'll never be left to figure it out alone — from your very first shift and beyond.

Get in touch

Ready to take
the first step?

Fill in the form and one of our team will be in touch.

Call us
01424 247 247
Email us
office@247.uk.com
Our address
247 Taxis, Ponswood Industrial Estate,
St Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 9BA

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