Stagecoach Group Limited
Trainee Bus Driver
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Your New Career Starts Here at Stagecoach
Salary
- £12.71 per hour during training up to £16.31 per hour after training
About the Role
Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, no experience needed. Earn while you learn, we provide fully paid training to help you gain your PCV licence. Based at our Herne Bay depot.
- Pay rate during training: £12.71 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks)
- Annual earnings: £33,076 following completion of training based on 39 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver and 4 weeks holiday (5 week holiday option available)
- Shifts: Covering early, middle, late, and 4-day week duties
Looking for a Job with Real Purpose?
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 friendly, safety-conscious people to join our team at our Herne Bay depot.
No experience driving a bus? No problem! We’ll pay you to train, cover the cost of your PCV licence, and equip you with everything you need to not only succeed but flourish on the road.
All we ask for is:
- A great attitude to learning
- A genuine desire to make a positive difference to people’s daily lives
- A passion for exceptional customer experience
- A full UK driving licence
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 Herne Bay Depot
At our Herne Bay depot, we operate a fleet of 63 buses covering the areas of Herne Bay, Whitstable, Canterbury, Chartham, Faversham, Sittingbourne, Maidstone, and Aylesham with a team of 176 Drivers.
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This isn’t just about driving a bus—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?
- We’ll cover all your training costs, so you earn while you learn
- Gain a Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship, with structured training and an externally recognised qualification
- 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 focused on sustainable, clean energy vehicles
Our benefits include pension, XX days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, a wide range of discounts.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Completing our industry-leading training, securing your PCV licence followed by ongoing CPC training and professional development which form part of gaining your Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship
- Driving our fantastic fleet safely, smoothly, with confidence
- Making sure every single customer has a great journey
- Delivering top-notch customer service, helping people of all ages and backgrounds
- Creating a welcoming environment where customers feel respected, cared for, and looked after, especially those who rely on us most
- Working flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends
What Do You Need to Apply?
- You need to be 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
- Right to work in the UK (You will need to have been in the UK for a minimum of 183 days as part of DVLA requirement)
- A patient, safe, and courteous approach to driving
- Being the face of Stagecoach, a positive, friendly attitude, and a passion for delivering great customer service
- A willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant team
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Our Recruitment Process
Our recruitment process is simple; a short application (around 3 – 4 minutes), followed by an interview assessing your experience & behaviours.
Ready to Take the Driver’s Seat?
Click apply now to start your Stagecoach journey today. We can’t wait to welcome you on board!
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.
We also live by our five values across Stagecoach:
- We plan for the future
- We do the right thing
- We are stronger together
- We are down to earth
- We support communities
Location: Stagecoach Herne Bay Depot
Eddington Lane
Herne Bay CT6 5TR
Welcome to Stagecoach, the UK’s #1 bus company. If you’re ready to join our team, simply fill out an application via a PC or mobile device, and a member of our Recruitment team will be in touch to inform you of next steps.
Every day we help millions of passengers get to the people and places that matter to them, connecting the communities we are proud to serve.
Founded in 1980, Stagecoach has established itself as the UK’s largest transport operator, with services connecting more than 100 major towns and cities in England, Scotland, and Wales. We work with our partners to deliver a greener, smarter, safer, healthier, and fairer country. Providing extensive expertise in commercial and contracted markets, we assist national and regional government to deliver on ambitious plans for their citizens, communities, and local economy. Our team of 26,000 employees are proud to serve our customers and be an integral part of their local communities.
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