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Trainee Bus Driver
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£14.72 per hour increasing to £16.22 per hour after 1 year, overtime rate of £19.00 per hour
Trainee Bus Driver
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 Aberhill depot, located at Methil, Fife
Pay rate during training of £13.45 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks)
Pay rate of £14.72 after training for the first 12 months then rises to £16.22 per hour, Overtime rate of £19.00 per hour. Annual earnings of £32,148 following completion of training based on 42 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver
Shift patterns of Day shift, Middle Shifts and Late shifts, working any 5 days over 7
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 friendly, safety-conscious people to join our team at our Aberhill 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, and 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.
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Our depot
At our Aberhill depot, we operate a fleet of 77 buses covering the areas of Fife, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Dundee with a team of 160 Drivers.
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
- Competitive hourly rates, plus opportunities for overtime
- Great career opportunities growing into 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 including pension, 34 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, and 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
- 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
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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 a 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
- 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, and We support communities.
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 Aberhill Depot Methilhaven Road, Methil Leven KY8 3LA
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