Qualified Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group; Kettering; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading transportation company as a bus driver, where you will be the friendly face connecting communities. This role offers not just a job, but a fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and ongoing training. You will drive a modern fleet, ensuring safety and comfort for passengers while providing excellent customer service. With a supportive team and a focus on sustainability, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in people's daily lives. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible shifts, and a welcoming work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Ongoing training with CPC renewal costs covered

Competitive hourly rates

21 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Wide range of discounts

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid PCV licence and be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and a friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Driving the fleet safely and ensuring a smooth journey for customers.
• Delivering top-notch customer service and creating a welcoming environment.

Skills

PCV licence

Customer service

Safety-conscious driving

Positive attitude

Job description

Salary

£14.00 p/h - £28,392 annual salary

• 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 Kettering depot.
• Pay rate during training of £14.00 per hour
• Annual earnings of £28,392 based on 39 hours per week (Overtime Available)
• Shift patterns of Sunday to Saturday, 5 out of 7 days and between 04:00 and 01:00

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 experienced, friendly and safety-conscious people to join our team at our Kettering depot.

We value your experience as a Qualified Driver and can offer a truly supportive environment where you can grow! Join us and hit the road with confidence. All we ask is for a positive attitude, commitment to excellent customer service and a passion for making a difference in people’s daily lives.

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 Kettering depot

At our Kettering depot, we operate a fleet of 55 buses covering the areas of Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire with a team of 130 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 including pension, 21 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion and 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 18 years 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
• 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:

Kettering Bus Station 10 Northampton Rd Kettering NN15 7JU