Trainee Bus Driver

West Coast Motors; Dunoon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

30 days holiday

Paid CPC training

Free travel for you and your partner

Scenic Scotland location

Job summary

West Coast Motors in Scotland is seeking Trainee Bus Drivers to join our friendly team. No previous bus-driving experience is required as full training will be provided to gain your PCV licence.

This role offers full-time and part-time opportunities, a safety-focused environment, and benefits such as paid CPC training, 30 days holiday, and free travel for you and your partner on West Coast Motors services, in one of Scotland's most scenic locations.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence.
• At least one year's driving experience.
• Friendly and professional approach.
• Safety-focused attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate buses and coaches
• Help local people and visitors travel safely and on time
• Carry out vehicle safety checks
• Work independently while maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism
• Represent West Coast Motors through outstanding customer care

Skills

Full UK driving licence

One year driving experience

Friendly and professional

Safety-focused attitude

Willingness to learn

Job description

Looking for a secure and rewarding new career where every day is different?

Trainee Bus Driversto join our friendly team in

No previous bus-driving experience is required. We'll provide the training, support and funding you need to gain your PCV licence and start a rewarding career as a professional driver.

Whether you currently work in hospitality, retail, tourism, customer service, care, deliveries or logistics, you may already have many of the skills we're looking for.

What You'll Be Doing

• Safely operate buses and coaches
• Help local people and visitors travel safely and on time
• Carry out vehicle safety checks
• Work independently while maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism
• Represent West Coast Motors through outstanding customer care

What We're Looking For

• Full UK driving licence
• At least one year's driving experience
• Friendly and professional approach
• Safety-focused attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop

What You'll Enjoy

• Full training to gain your PCV licence
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• 30 days' holiday
• Paid Driver CPC training
• Free travel for you and your partner on West Coast Motors services
• Working in one of Scotland's most scenic locations

If you are ready for a new challenge and have the drive and determination to succeed, we would love to hear from you.

A good job could be closer than you think.

Safety is at the heart of everything we do. As a safety-critical business, all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a drug and alcohol test.

West Coast Motors is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Trainee Bus Driver

Company: West Coast Motors Salary: Competitive Salary Hours: Full-time Location: PA23 8EL Job type: Permanent Posting date: 28 Sept 2026 Closing date: 28 Oct 2026

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