Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group; Dover; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid training

Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship

Competitive hourly rates + overtime

Pension

Free travel for you and a companion

4 weeks holiday

Job summary

Stagecoach Group in Dover, Kent, is hiring a Trainee Bus Driver. You will receive fully paid training to obtain your PCV licence, with a training period of 6–8 weeks, and you will be paid £12.21 per hour during training; after qualification, £15.84 per hour.

You’ll work at our Dover depot, with 39 guaranteed hours per week and a clear career path. No prior driving experience is required; 18+ and UK driving licence with up to 6 penalty points.

Qualifications

• No experience required; fully paid training to gain PCV licence.
• Must be 18+ and hold a UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Right to work in the UK and DVLA eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Complete industry leading training and obtain PCV licence.
• Drive the company fleet safely and confidently.
• Deliver excellent customer service and a friendly journey experience.
• Work flexible shifts including mornings, evenings and weekends.

Skills

Customer service

Safety conscious

Team player

Job description

## Trainee Bus DriverApply: Dover, Kent, United Kingdom: Full time: Posted Today: JR13395**Salary**£12.21 p/h during training £15.84 p/h after qualification Guaranteed 39 hours a week• Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, no experience needed • Earn while you learn, we provide fully paid training to help you gain your PCV licence • Based at our Dover Depot • Pay rate during training of £12.21 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks) • Annual earnings of £31,799 following completion of training based on 39 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver and 4 weeks holiday • Shifts covering early, middle, late and 4 day week dutiesLooking 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 Dover.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 Dover depotAt our Dover depot, we operate a fleet of 63 buses covering the areas Dover, Deal, Sandwich, Canterbury, Folkestone and Hythe, we employ a 161 DriverThis 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, so you earn while you learn • Gain a Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship, with structured training and an externally recognised qualification • 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, XX days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, a wide range of discounts What will you be doing? • Completing our industry leading training, securing your PCV licence followed by ongoing CPC training and professional development which form part of gaining your Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship • 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 weekendsWhat do you need to apply? • You need to be 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points • Right to work in the UK (You will need to have been in the UK for a minimum of 183 days as part of DVLA requirement) • 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 & behavioursReady to take the driver’s seat?Click apply now to start your Stagecoach journey today. We can’t wait to welcome you on board!