Qualified PCV Driver - Swindon

Stagecoach Group Limited; Swindon; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

6 weeks holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts

Job summary

Stagecoach Swindon is seeking experienced bus drivers to join our team at the Swindon depot. Based at Unit J, Darby Close, Cheney Manor Industrial Estate, SN2 2PN, you will drive our modern fleet on a rotating rota, including weekends and bank holidays, delivering excellent customer service.

The role offers a competitive pay rate of £16.20 per hour with average annual earnings of £33,000+ for a 39-hour week.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience.
• Safe and courteous driving approach.
• Willingness to work a rotating shift including weekends and bank holidays.
• PCV licence held and eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Drive our bus fleet safely and confidently.
• Ensure passengers have a great journey.
• Deliver friendly, top‑notch customer service.
• Create welcoming environments for diverse passengers.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Communication

Patient approach

Job description

Salary

£16.20 per hour (average annual earnings of £33,000+)

• 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 Swindon depot, located at Unit J, Darby Close, Cheney Manor Industrial Estate, SN2 2PN
• Pay rate of £16.20 per hour with annual earnings of £33,000+ based on 39 hours per week
• Shift pattern on a rotating rota basis over any days, including weekends and bank holidays

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 Swindon 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 health and wellbeing.

Our Swindon depot

At our Swindon depot, we operate a fleet of 60 buses covering the areas of Swindon and outskirts with a team of 170+ 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 Lead Driver, Duty Manager, Instructor alongside leadership and cross functional openings across the UK
• A permanent, stable career in a respected organisation with a great future focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehicles
• Our benefits including pension, 6 weeks 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 passenger 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
• Shift pattern on a rotating rota basis over any days, including weekends and bank holidays

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?

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 Swindon Depot Unit J Darby Close, Cheyney Manor Industrial Estate Swindon SN2 2QW