Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

20 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Employee discounts

Job summary

Stagecoach Group in Manchester is recruiting for a Trainee Bus Driver. You’ll earn while you learn with fully paid training to gain your PCV licence, supported by a Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship.

No prior driving experience is required, and a full UK driving licence with up to six penalty points is accepted. Based at Queens Road Garage, you’ll complete a six–eight week training period at £13.37 per hour, progressing to £19.06 per hour as a qualified driver.

Qualifications

• No prior driving experience is required; training is provided.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Right to work in the UK is required.
• Demonstrates a patient, friendly, and safe customer-facing approach.
• Commitment to completing a Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship and CPC training.

Responsibilities

• Drive our bus fleet safely and reliably across scheduled routes.
• Deliver excellent customer service and assist passengers as needed.
• Complete training and obtain PCV licence as part of apprenticeship.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Willingness to learn

Job description

## Trainee Bus DriverApplylocations: Queens Road, Manchester, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR12733**Salary**£19.06 p/h with valid PCV licence or after 9 months service £15.63 p/h after training (£17.70 Saturday hourly rate, £17.70 Sunday hourly Rate) £13.37 p/h in training* 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 and enhancing your learning through a Level 2 Apprenticeship Qualification.* Based at our Queens Road Garage, located at Cheetham Hill, Manchester* Pay rate during training of £13.37 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks)* Annual earnings of £35000 following completion of training based on 38 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver* Shift patterns of 5 days over 7**Looking 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 Queens Road Garage.No experience driving a bus? No problem! We’ll pay you to train whilst we invest significantly in your training. You’ll gain your PCV licence as part of our Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship, which will equip you with everything you need to not only succeed but flourish on the road. The apprenticeship gives you a structured training programme and an externally recognised qualification, with no impact on your role, pay or hours. **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 environment**We 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 Queens Road Garage**At our Queens Road Garage, we operate a fleet of 160 buses covering the areas of Greater Manchester with a team of 420 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, 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, 20 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, a wide range of discounts* We are proud to have our commitment to delivering high standards of employment, fair working practices and employee welfare recognised in our achievement of Good Employment Charter Membership https://www.gmgoodemploymentcharter.co.uk/**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 weekends**What 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 & behaviours**Ready to take the driver’s seat?**Click apply now to start your Stagecoach journey today. We can’t wait to welcome you on board!