Qualified Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group Limited; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

28 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts

Job summary

Stagecoach Group Limited is seeking experienced drivers at the Morecambe depot to join a busy, customer‑facing team. You will operate a fleet of buses, delivering safe, reliable journeys and helping passengers travel to work, school and leisure activities.

We value a positive attitude and a passion for great customer service. The role requires flexibility with shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends, and offers ongoing training and progression within Stagecoach.

Qualifications

• Holder of a PCV licence with up to 6 penalty points.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Committed to safe and courteous driving; customer-focused.

Responsibilities

• Drive our fleet safely and confidently.
• Ensure each customer has a great journey.
• Deliver excellent customer service to all ages and backgrounds.
• Create a welcoming, respectful environment for all customers.

Skills

PCV licence

Customer service

Safe driving

Job description

Salary

£16.25 per hour Mon-Fri rising to £16.75 when working Weekends.
Working 5 over 7 days with various shifts including lates and weekends. 39hr minimum

• 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 Morecambe depot, located at White Lund Industrial Estate
• Pay rate of £16.25 per hour
• Annual earnings of £31k+ based on 39 hours per week
• Shift patterns of any 5 days over 7 including lates and weekends

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 Morecambe 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 Morecambe depot

At our Morecambe depot, we operate a fleet of 71 buses covering the areas of Lancashire and Cumbria with a team of 216 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, 28 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?

Ready to take the driver’s seat?

• You need to be 18 years old and hold a PCV licence with no more than 6 penalty points. No Bans in past 5 Years (Drink/Drug Drive Bans past 10 years). No Mobile Phone Offences in past 3 Years
• 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

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 Morecambe Depot Whitegate, White Lund Industrial Estate Morecambe LA3 3BS