Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group plc; Andover; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking trainee bus drivers to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to earn while you learn at a leading driving academy, where you'll receive comprehensive training to obtain your PCV licence. With a competitive salary, opportunities for overtime, and a range of attractive perks, this position is perfect for those looking to start a rewarding career in passenger transport. Enjoy benefits such as discounts on high street brands, generous holiday entitlement, and free bus travel for you and a companion. Join a diverse and inclusive community that values your contributions and supports your growth.

Benefits

Discounts on high street brands

Generous pension

Free bus travel for you and a companion

Minimum of 28 days paid holiday

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and obtain a PCV licence.
• Strong driving skills and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Learn to drive a bus under expert guidance.
• Complete training to achieve a recognised qualification.

Skills

PCV licence

Driving skills

Customer service

Education

National qualification in Passenger Transport

Job description

Salary

Salary of £29,500 per annum, with opportunities for overtime, increased weekend and Bank Holiday rates, and safe driving bonuses.

Ready to take the wheel?

Learn to become a bus driver at the UK's Number 1 bus company.

We are looking for trainee bus drivers to join our team immediately. You'll be paid to learn how to drive a bus at our expert driving academy, become part of a great community, and get rewarded for a job you love.

3 Reasons to Join The Stagecoach Team

1. Get Rewarded For a Job You Love.
   Being rewarded for a job you enjoy is a great feeling. With Stagecoach, you’ll receive a competitive salary, a generous pension, and the financial security that comes with working for an established company. Plus, with opportunities to earn more money for working overtime, weekends or nights, you can increase your pay packet whenever you need.
2. Earn While You Learn.
   Ready to get your PCV licence? You’ll get paid from day one while you train under the guidance of friendly, experienced drivers at our Training Academy. We’ll also pay for all your training costs to achieve a recognised national qualification in Passenger Transport and your PCV licence, worth around £4,000.
3. Perks From Day One.
   As soon as you join Stagecoach, you’ll receive a great range of benefits and perks on top of your salary. These include discounts on high street brands, restaurants, hotels, days out, and cinemas visits. You’ll also get a minimum of 28 days paid holiday, a generous pension, and free Stagecoach bus travel for you and a companion.

Ready To Apply?
Applying is easy and won’t take more than 90 seconds. Simply apply online, we’ll ask you to come in for an interview and to see the bus depot, and that’s it!

Your Salary
You will get paid to train starting at £11.44 per hour. We will also pay for all of your training costs, worth around £4,000. Your typical annualized earnings will be £29,500 once you become a qualified bus driver.

Location
Andover

Our Culture
Stagecoach is made up of a diverse community of people who support and empower each other, creating a culture of inclusivity and respect. We believe that diversity not only enriches our company culture but also makes us stronger and more innovative as a team. We welcome applications from everyone and can’t wait for you to join the Stagecoach team!

Location:
Stagecoach Andover Depot Livingstone Road, Walworth Ind Estate Andover SP10 5NS