Ardrossan Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group; Ardrossan; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team as trainee bus drivers. This role offers a unique opportunity to earn while you learn, with paid training at a renowned driving academy. Successful candidates will receive comprehensive support to achieve a PCV licence and a national qualification in Passenger Transport, valued at approximately £4,000. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous pension, and numerous perks from day one, including discounts and free bus travel. Join a diverse community that fosters inclusivity and respect, and embark on a rewarding career path with potential for growth.

Benefits

Generous pension

33 days paid holiday

Free Stagecoach bus travel

Discounts on high street brands

Discounts on restaurants and hotels

Discounts on days out and cinema visits

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and obtain a PCV licence.
• Ability to work flexible hours including overtime.

Responsibilities

• Train to become a qualified bus driver under expert guidance.
• Participate in training at the Stagecoach Academy.

Education

Recognised national qualification in Passenger Transport

Job description

Ardrossan Trainee Bus Driver

Salary: £13 per hour

Ready to take the wheel?

Learn to become a bus driver at the UK's Number 1 bus company. We are looking for trainee bus drivers to join our team immediately. You'll be paid to learn how to drive a bus at our expert driving academy, become part of a great community, and get rewarded for a job you love.

3 Reasons to Join The Stagecoach Team

1. Get Rewarded For a Job You Love: Being rewarded for a job you enjoy is a great feeling. With Stagecoach, you’ll receive a competitive salary, a generous pension, and the financial security that comes with working for an established company. Plus, with opportunities to earn more money for working overtime, weekends or nights, you can increase your pay packet whenever you need.
2. Earn While You Learn: Ready to get your PCV licence? You’ll get paid from day one while you train under the guidance of friendly, experienced drivers at our Training Academy. We’ll also pay for all your training costs to achieve a recognised national qualification in Passenger Transport and your PCV licence, worth around £4,000.
3. Perks From Day One: As soon as you join Stagecoach, you’ll receive a great range of benefits and perks on top of your salary. These include discounts on high street brands, restaurants, hotels, days out, and cinemas visits. You’ll also get a minimum of 33 days paid holiday, a generous pension, and free Stagecoach bus travel for you and a companion.

Ready To Apply?

Applying is easy and won’t take more than 90 seconds. Simply apply online, we’ll ask you to come in for an interview and to see the bus depot, and that’s it!

Your Salary: You will get paid to train starting at £13 per hour. We will also pay for all of your training costs, worth around £4,000. Your typical annualized earnings will be £26,364 once you become a qualified bus driver.

Location: Ardrossan

Our Culture: Stagecoach is made up of a diverse community of people who support and empower each other, creating a culture of inclusivity and respect. We believe that diversity not only enriches our company culture but also makes us stronger and more innovative as a team. We welcome applications from everyone and can’t wait for you to join the Stagecoach team!

Location: Stagecoach Ardrossan Depot, Harbour Road, Ardrossan, KA22 8BZ