PCV Holder Bus Driver (Rugby Depot)

Stagecoach Group; Rugby; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

4 weeks holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts

Job summary

Stagecoach Rugby Depot is seeking drivers to join a growing team at Rugby. You will operate a 40+ bus fleet, delivering safe, friendly journeys and supporting the local community.

Ideal candidates hold a PCV licence and can work 5 days per week with weekend and evening shifts. We offer progression, ongoing training and a supportive network with a modern fleet.

Qualifications

• PCV licence required or held
• Right to work in the UK confirmed
• Customer service mindset and approachable
• Commitment to safety and reliability

Responsibilities

• Drive our fleet safely and confidently
• Ensure a great journey for every customer
• Provide top‑notch customer service to all ages and backgrounds
• Create a welcoming, respectful environment for passengers
• Work flexible shifts including early mornings, evenings, and weekends

Skills

PCV licence

Right to work in UK

Customer service

Safety oriented

Job description

Salary M-F - £17.20 Weekends - £18.40 After 21:00 - £20.15. Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, working for one of the UK’s leading operators. Opportunities for progression with ongoing training. Access to a modern and sustainable fleet with a supportive team & network. Based at our Rugby depot, within Stagecoach Midlands. Basic pay rate of £16.00 per hour with enhancements at weekends and late rate. Annual earnings of £32,448 based on around 39 hours per week (Typical annualised earnings with over time £34,944). Shift patterns of 5 out of 7 days. 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.

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 Rugby depot: At our Rugby depot, we operate a fleet of over 40 buses covering the areas Rugby, Northampton, Coventry, Solihull and Birmingham with a team of 102 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?

• Ongoing training with CPC renewal costs covered
• 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

Our benefits

• pension
• 4 weeks holiday
• free travel for you and a companion
• a wide range of discounts

What will you be doing?

• 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 18years old and hold a PCV licence
• Right to work in the UK
• 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

Location

Stagecoach Rugby Depot Railway Terrace Rugby CV213HS

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.

Welcome to Stagecoach, the UK’s #1 bus company. 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.