Qualified Bus Driver Stratford Depot

Stagecoach Group plc; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company is seeking drivers to join their team in Stratford-upon-Avon. This role involves safely operating the fleet, providing excellent customer service, and creating a welcoming environment for passengers. Ideal candidates will hold a PCV licence and exhibit a friendly attitude. The company offers competitive pay, ongoing training, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Competitive hourly rates

20 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Pension

Wide range of discounts

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and hold a PCV licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Patient, safe, and courteous approach to driving.
• Positive, friendly attitude with passion for customer service.

Responsibilities

• Drive the fleet safely and smoothly.
• Ensure every customer has a great journey.
• Deliver top-notch customer service.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Work flexible shifts including early mornings and weekends.

Skills

PCV licence

Customer service skills

Friendly attitude

Safe driving

Job description

Overview

Salary

£32,500 annually plus opportunity for overtime. Mon-Fri £16.00 per hour; Sat £17.12 per hour; Sun £17.12 per hour; Evening after 21:00 £18.76. Based at our Leamington depots outstation at Stratford-upon-Avon.

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.

What you will 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

Location

Stagecoach Leamington Spa Depot Poseidon Way, Leamington Spa, Warwick CV34 6BY

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

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, 20 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion and a wide range of discounts

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.

Stagecoach is an inclusive employer

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.