Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group; Manchester; Híbrido; GBP 18.000 - 26.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Pension

20 days holiday

Free travel for you and companion

Descripción de la vacante

Stagecoach Group in Manchester is recruiting for a Trainee Bus Driver. You will receive paid training to gain your PCV licence through a Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship, with ongoing CPC training and professional development.

You’ll drive our bus fleet, deliver excellent customer service, and work flexible shifts in a supportive, inclusive environment at the Queens Road Garage in Manchester.

Formación

• 18+ years old and hold a driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK (DVLA requirement).
• Willing to learn and be part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Drive the Stagecoach fleet safely and confidently.
• Deliver excellent customer service on every journey.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers and assist as needed.
• Work flexible shifts including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Conocimientos

Customer service

Patience

Safety-conscious

Great attitude

Educación

Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship

PCV licence (training route)

Descripción del empleo

## 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!