Southern Vectis - the island's buses

05/06/2026

Skilled Vehicle Engineer (Cover Shift) – PSV / PCV or Light Vehicle Technician (Retraining Opportunity) 🔧

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Skilled Vehicle Engineer to support the maintenance and reliability of our PSV fleet. This role is also open to a skilled Light Vehicle Technician who is looking to retrain and develop a career as a PCV Engineer.

For more information and how to apply, head over to our jobs page:
https://www.islandbuses.info/skilled-vehicle-engineer-cover-shift-psvpcv-or-light-vehicle-technician-retraining-opportunity

05/06/2026

Is there a better view from the bus?! We might be biased but we don’t think so! 💚🚌

04/06/2026

Pupil SEN Passenger Assistants 🚍

Southern Vectis is looking for caring, reliable and enthusiastic individuals to join our School Transport Team as SEN Passenger Assistants.

This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) whilst travelling safely between home and school. As a Passenger Assistant, you will play an important role in ensuring passengers feel safe, supported and comfortable throughout their journey.

For more information on this rewarding role, head over to our jobs page:
https://www.islandbuses.info/pupil-escort-special-educational-needs-transport-0

03/06/2026

Meet Pat 👋

Pat has been working for Southern Vectis for 40 years 💚

We caught up with Pat to find out what it is like being a bus driver 🚌

40 years is an amazing service and we thank you 🙏

🔗If you would like to consider a long term career like Pat check out our website www.islandbuses.info/jobs

28/05/2026

3 weeks to go until the Isle of Wight Festival 🪩🥳🙌🎉

⌚All the Festival Timetables are now available so you can plan your journey in advance.

🎟Festival Bus Tickets are also available in the Southern Vectis App. Discounts are applicable on the weekender and return tickets if you buy before Monday 15th June.

🚌The Festival Bus Station is in the heart of the site and is a really convenient way to get there.

🔗All the details can be found on the link below:
https://www.islandbuses.info/IWFestival

27/05/2026

🛥️ + 🚌 + 🐻 = Hover Safari
For those living on the mainland there is still time to pop over to the island and take advantage of the Hover Safari all inclusive ticket 🎟️

Giving you a return on Hovertravel Ltd and Southern Vectis Bus and entrance to Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

Details on how to book below ⬇️

Hovercraft travel + rescued lions, tigers and bears? 👀

Sounds like the perfect Isle of Wight day out to us.

🎟️ Book our limited-time Hover Safari deal including hovercraft day return + Southern Vectis day return + entry now 👉hovertravel.co.uk/wildheart-animal-sanctuary/

23/05/2026

May Bank Holiday Bus Times 🚍

If you're planning on hopping on a bus on May bank holiday Monday, please note that we will be running to Sunday timetables on all services. ✅

Head over to our website or app to plan your journey.

🔗https://www.islandbuses.info/may-bank-holiday-bus-times

23/05/2026

The 2026 Chillerton and Gatcombe Scarecrow Festival starts today and runs until Sunday 31st May 🚌

If you pop along you will meet William and Barbara Charge who are avid Southern Vectis Bus enthusiasts. ✅

You can pick up a scarecrow map from the village hall and there is various entertainment across the event. 💚

Click here for the details and how to get there by bus:
🔗https://www.islandbuses.info/scarecrow-festival

23/05/2026

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