
Trainee Bus Driver
£15.84
/hr
Early applicant
On-site
Employee
Full-Time
Entry Level
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.
Requirements
- 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
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- Salary: £12.21 p/h during training, £15.84 p/h after qualification. Guaranteed 39 hours a week.
- Annual Earnings: £31,799 following completion of training based on 39 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver and 4 weeks holiday.
- 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 focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehicles
- Pension
- XX days holiday
- Free travel for you and a companion
- A wide range of discounts
- 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.
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support your and your family’s health and wellbeing.
Application Process
- Our recruitment process is simple; a short application (around 3 – 4 minutes), followed by an interview assessing your experience & behaviours.
- Click apply now to start your Stagecoach journey today.
About Stagecoach
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.
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.
Contact
No contact information provided.
Skills
Customer service
Driving




