Trainee Apprentice Bus Driver - Hastings Depot

Stagecoach; Hastings; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid training

PCV licence

Free travel for you and a companion

Pension

5 weeks holiday (pro rata)

Job summary

Stagecoach Hastings is offering an apprenticeship route to becoming a PCV driver. You’ll be paid while you learn, with fully paid training and support to gain your PCV licence through a Level 2 Passenger Transport Apprenticeship.

Based at Hastings depot, training lasts 8–10 weeks, followed by probation and shift patterns across 5 days. Earn while you learn with progression into a permanent bus-driver role delivering safe, friendly service to the community.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and develop a PCV licence.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Drive Stagecoach buses safely and provide excellent customer service.
• Complete training and obtain your PCV licence.
• Deliver a positive, welcoming experience for all passengers.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Job description

Salary£16.23 per hour (£32,914.44 gross per annum) after a qualifying period of 6 monthsYour new career starts here at Stagecoach, no experience neededEarn while you learn, we provide fully paid training to help you gain your PCV licenceFurther training and support provided through a Level 2 Passenger Transport Apprenticeship Scheme (13 months)Based at our Hastings depot, located at Beaufort Road, Silverhill, Hastings, East Sussex, TN37 6PLPay rate during training of £12.71 per hour (training will last 8 – 10 weeks)Pay rate after training until completion of probationary period (6 months from start date) of £15.11 per hourAnnual earnings of £32,914.44 (£16.23 per hour) following completion of training and probation based on a 39 hours per week contract as a Qualified Bus DriverShift pattern working any 5 days out of 7, including Early, Middle and Late shifts, weekends and bank holidaysLooking 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 friendly, safety-conscious people to join our team at our Hastings depot.No experience driving a bus? No problem! We’ll pay you to train, cover the cost of your PCV licence, and equip you with everything you need to not only succeed but flourish on the road. All we ask for is a great attitude to learning, a genuine desire to make a positive difference to people’ s daily lives, a passion for exceptional customer experience and a full UK driving licence.Our working environmentWe 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 Hastings depotAt our Hastings depot, we operate a fleet of 60 buses covering the Hastings, Bexhill, Rye, and 1066 Country area with a team of 160 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?We’ll cover all your training costs (including Apprenticeship Scheme, worth £8,000!), so you earn while you learnCompetitive hourly rates, plus opportunities for overtimeGreat career opportunities growing into roles such as Leading Driver, Inspector, Service Delivery Supervisor and Classroom/Driver Trainer alongside leadership and cross functional openings across the UKA permanent, stable career in a respected market leading organisation with a great future focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehiclesOur benefits including pension, 4 weeks annual holiday (increasing to 5 weeks after 5 years’ service), Bank Holidays (either paid, or accrued as days in lieu), free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts available through HapiWhat will you be doing?Completing our industry leading training, securing your PCV licence followed by ongoing CPC training and professional developmentParticipating in the Passenger Transport Driver Level 2 Apprenticeship Scheme, delivered by our partner Realise Training, to provide further training, knowledge and support during the first year of your career, including 1-to-1 sessions with your very own Training & Development OfficerDriving our fantastic fleet safely, smoothly with confidenceMaking sure every single customer has a great journeyDelivering top-notch customer service, helping people of all ages and backgroundsCreating a welcoming environment where customers feel respected, cared for, and looked after, especially those who rely on us mostWorking flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekendsWhat do you need to apply?You need to be at least 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty pointsRight to work in the UK (You will need to have been in the UK for a minimum of 183 days as a part of DVLA requirements)A patient, safe and courteous approach to drivingBeing the face of Stagecoach, a positive, friendly attitude and a passion for delivering great customer serviceA willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant teamReady 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:Stagecoach Hastings Depot Beaufort Road, St. Leonards on Sea, Hastings Sussex TN37 6PL