Qualified Bus Driver

477 The Yorkshire Traction Company Limited; Tapton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free travel for you and a companion

20 days holiday

Pension

Job summary

Stagecoach Stonegravels Depot in Chesterfield is seeking experienced bus drivers to join our team. You will drive our fleet safely, ensuring every customer has a great journey and receive top‑notch service from a friendly, patient driver.

We offer a permanent, full‑time role with shifts including early mornings, evenings and weekends. Benefits include 20 days holiday, pension, free travel for you and a companion, and CPC renewal support.

Qualifications

• Must have PCV licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Patient, safe and courteous driving approach.
• Passion for delivering great customer service.
• Willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant team.

Responsibilities

• Drive our fleet safely and confidently.
• Ensure every customer has a great journey.
• Deliver top‑notch customer service to all customers.
• Create a welcoming environment for all customers, including those who rely on us most.
• Work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious driving

Friendly attitude

Job description

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.

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

Responsibilities

• 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

Salary & Benefits

Salary £15.12 Per hour Enhanced weekend rates £1200 Welcome Bonus for Qualified drivers with CPC. Pay rate during training of £15.12 per hour. Annual earnings of £30,663 based on 39 hours per week.

• A permanent, stable career in a respected market leading organisation
• 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
• Our benefits including pension
• 20 days holiday
• Free travel for you and a companion
• A wide range of discounts
• Ongoing training with CPC renewal costs covered

Work 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.

Chesterfield Depot

At our Chesterfield depot, we operate a fleet of 85 buses covering the areas of Chesterfield, Nottinghamshire and Yorkshire with a team of over 230 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!

Shift Patterns

Shift patterns of Rotating weekly shift patterns, alternating between early, middle, and late shifts.

Location

Stagecoach Stonegravels Depot, Sheffield Road, Chesterfield S41 7JH

About Us

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.