Stagecoach Group Limited
Trainee Bus Driver
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Trainee Bus Driver
Bus Driver Apprentice – PCV Training Programme
£19.06 p/h (with valid PCV licence) or £15.63 p/h (after 9 months service & training with rate progression to £17.70 p/h on Saturdays & Sundays, £13.37 p/h in training)
Start your career with Stagecoach—no experience needed!
About the Role
At Stagecoach, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers. Join our friendly, safety-focused team at Queens Road Garage (Manchester) as a Bus Driver Apprentice.
Earn while you learn—we’ll fully fund your PCV licence training and provide a Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship with ongoing professional development. After training (6–8 weeks), you’ll earn £35,000 annually (based on 38 hours/week), including Saturday & Sunday premium rates.
If you’re looking for a job with real purpose, where you connect communities and make a positive impact every day, this role is for you!
Key Responsibilities
- Complete Stagecoach’s industry-leading PCV training (leading to a fully funded Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship)
- Operate our fleet of 160 buses across Greater Manchester with safety, confidence, and professionalism
- Provide exceptional customer service—helping passengers of all ages and backgrounds feel safe, welcome, and respected
- Work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and a 5-day rota (6-day workweek)
- Enjoy ongoing CPC training and professional development to ensure continuous improvement
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What We Offer
✅ Fully paid training – Gain your PCV licence with no upfront costs ✅ Structured apprenticeship – Level 2 Bus Driver Qualification with externally recognised accreditation ✅ Competitive pay (+ overtime opportunities): £13.37/hour (training), £19.06/hour (licensed), £17.70/hour (Saturdays & Sundays) ✅ Great career progression – Opportunities to grow into roles such as Instructor, Controller, Inspector, or leadership positions ✅ Permanent contract in a stable, forward-thinking organisation investing in sustainable, clean energy vehicles ✅ Workforce benefits:
- Pension scheme
- 20 days holiday (per annum)
- Free travel for you & a companion
- Discounts on products and services ✅ Industry recognition – Stagecoach is a Good Employment Charter Member, committed to fair working practices
What You’ll Need
- At least 18 years old
- A full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
- Right to work in the UK (minimum 183 days in the UK as required by DVLA)
- A safe, patient, and courteous driving attitude
- A friendly, approachable nature – you’ll be the face of Stagecoach
- A passion for customer service and making a difference in people’s daily lives
- A willingness to learn and be part of a supportive team
The Stagecoach Difference
🌟 A workforce you can be proud to be part of 🌟 Flexible shifts with a 5-day/6-day working week 🌟 Strong community focus – connecting people to jobs, schools, family, and essential services 🌟 Inclusive culture – we celebrate variety and welcome all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
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Stagecoach values:
- We plan for the future
- We do the right thing
- We are stronger together
- We are down to earth
- We support communities
Wider Impact
"Every day we help millions of passengers get to the people and places that matter. Whatever your destination, Stagecoach puts you in the driver’s seat."
At Queens Road Garage, you’ll be part of a team of 420 drivers maintaining our 160-vehicle fleet—not just operating buses, but empowering communities.
Application Process
📌 Simple 3–4 minute application 📌 Followed by an interview assessing your ability and cultural fit
New to driving buses? No problem!
At Stagecoach, we don’t require prior experience—just an eagerness to learn and make a difference.
** equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity: gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, neurodiversity, age, and sexual orientation. Everyone belongs at Stagecoach.**
Location Queens Road Garage, Boyle Street, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M8 8UT
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