Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Trainee Bus Drivers to join their dynamic team in Cambridge. This role offers the unique opportunity to earn while you learn, with no training costs, as you will receive comprehensive training to achieve a recognized national qualification and your PCV license. Enjoy job security with guaranteed minimum hours and the potential for overtime. With a supportive training environment and clear pathways for career development, this position is perfect for those passionate about providing excellent customer service and making a positive impact in the community. Join a workplace that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusivity!

Benefits

Generous company pension scheme

22 days + Bank Holidays

Free travel for you and a companion

Free financial education and affordable loans

Discounts on holidays and retail

Dental insurance

Vehicle breakdown cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and hold a full UK driving licence.
• Ability to deliver great customer service and a patient driving approach.

Responsibilities

• Transport customers safely to various destinations.
• Ensure a comfortable travel experience for passengers.

Skills

Customer Service

Driving Skills

Safety Awareness

Patience

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Salary

Typical annualised earnings of £31,636.00 PA based on average rota of 45.00 hours P/W at £13.52 ph (Training rate £12.14 ph for training period).

Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach are looking for Trainee Bus Drivers to join our Cambridge team.

Get paid to train with zero training costs, as you will be earning from day one, and we’ll also pay for all of your training costs to achieve a recognised national qualification in Passenger Transport and your PCV licence, worth around £4,000.

Typical annualised earnings: £31,636.00 PA based on average rota of 45.00 hours P/W at £13.52 ph (Training rate £12.14 ph for training period).

Overtime Rates: £16.90 M-F & £20.28 weekends & Bank Holidays.

Shift Patterns: Variable shift patterns based on a rota system including weekends.

You’ll be one of 228 drivers at Cambridge who transport our fantastic customers safely and comfortably every day to healthcare and employment, shopping and leisure, and to friends and family.

Benefits:

1. Generous company pension scheme.
2. 22 days + Bank Holidays.
3. Free travel for you and a companion.
4. Free financial education and affordable loans.
5. Discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover, and hotels and attractions.

Job Security: Guaranteed 40 minimum hours with overtime for those who want to increase their earnings.

Plenty of job security from being a key worker at the heart of our communities, where we always need great people behind the wheel.

UK-wide Opportunities: If you’re moving out of choice or circumstance, as we run bus companies across the UK, you can transfer to a new location.

Training: Supportive and high-quality training from some of the best driving instructors and training managers in the industry.

Career Development: Opportunities for promotion to Lead Driver, Inspector, Controller, and Driving Instructor, and routes into management and leadership.

Employee Assistance Programme: Support for health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day.

Work Environment: A great working environment with opportunities to make new friends and build inclusive environments for all colleagues.

Application Process: The recruitment process is simple – apply online, we’ll get you in for an interview and to see the depot.

Minimum Requirements:

1. You need to be 18 years old and hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
2. You need to want to deliver great customer service.
3. You need to have a patient, safe, and courteous approach to driving.

If that’s you, and you like what we’re offering, then please apply!

Stagecoach workplace culture celebrates diversity and welcomes applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.

Location:
Stagecoach Cambridge Depot, 100 Cowley Road, Cambridge CB4 0DN