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Qualified Coach Driver **£2500 SIGN-ON BONUS**
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Annual earnings from £29,913 (Domestic) & £31,941 (EU) based on 39 hour week.
Coach Driver
Charles Street, Glasgow
Earn £500 of Your £2,500 Joining Bonus After Just 4 Weeks with Stagecoach!
Join Stagecoach as a qualified bus driver and get your career moving with a fantastic £2,500 joining bonus! You’ll receive £500 after a 4-week qualifying period, £1,000 after 12 months, and a further £1,000 after 24 months.
Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, working for one of the UK’s leading operators
- Opportunities for progression with ongoing training
- Access to a modern and sustainable fleet with a supportive team & network
- Based at our Charles Street depot, located in Glasgow
- £2500 sign on bonus subject to T&Cs
- Pay rate during training of £14.75 – £15.75 per hour
- Annual earnings from £29,913 (Domestic) & £31,941 (EU) based on 39 hours per week
- Shift patterns of Early, mid and night
Looking for a job with real purpose? A career that moves you forward?
At Stagecoach, we don’t just offer jobs; we offer careers. Our drivers are the heartbeat of our communities, connecting people to work, school, friends, and family. And now, we’re looking for more experienced, friendly and safety-conscious people to join our team at our Charles Street depot.
We value your experience as a Qualified Driver and can offer a truly supportive environment where you can grow! Join us and hit the road with confidence. All we ask is for a positive attitude, commitment to excellent customer service and a passion for making a difference in people’s daily lives.
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Our working environment
We offer a welcoming and inclusive work environment across Stagecoach, where colleagues support each other, and managers are committed to creating great places to work. We also have a wide range of employee networks to ensure everyone feels valued and included, along with a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support your and your family’s health and wellbeing.
Our Charles Street Depot
At our Charles Street depot, we operate a fleet of 16 coaches covering the areas of Glasgow to Edinburgh on the 900 service & Glasgow to Dumfries on the X74 service with a team of 52 drivers.
This isn’t just about driving a coach—it’s about making a difference every day. You’ll be a friendly face in someone’s day, offering a warm welcome, answering questions, and helping people feel safe and supported on their journey. Ready to get behind the wheel? Let’s go!
Why choose Stagecoach?
- Ongoing training with CPC renewal costs covered
- Competitive hourly rates, plus opportunities for overtime
- Great career opportunities growing into roles such as Inspector, Controller, Instructor alongside leadership and cross functional openings across the UK
- A permanent, stable career in a respected market leading organisation with a great future focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehicles
- Our benefits including pension, 28 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion and a wide range of discount
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| Benefit | Stagecoach Glasgow | Typical Local Operators |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Pay | £14.75 Dom 15.75 EU | ❌ Starting rate £13.45 |
| Paid Training | ✅ Fully paid + licence | ❌ Often unpaid/partial |
| Pay Increases | Agreed ✅ | Guaranteed ❌ Not always structured |
| Pension | ✅ Company scheme | ✅ Basic |
| Sick Pay | ✅ From day one (above SSP) | ❌ Often SSP only |
| Free Travel | ✅ Yes | ❌ Limited/none |
| Overtime Opportunities | ✅ Available | ✅ Varies |
| Job Security | ✅ Major UK operator | ⚠️ Varies |
| Career Progression | ✅ Clear pathways | ⚠️ Limited |
Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.
Location:
Stagecoach Charles Street Depot
331 Charles Street
Glasgow
G21 2QA
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