Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking friendly and safety-conscious individuals to join their team as Trainee Bus Drivers. This role offers a unique opportunity to earn while you learn, with fully paid training provided to help you gain your PCV licence. You’ll be the face of the community, connecting people to their destinations and making a positive difference in their daily lives. With competitive pay, a welcoming work environment, and opportunities for career growth, this is more than just a job; it's a chance to build a fulfilling career in a respected organization focused on sustainability.

Benefits

Paid Training

Pension

28 Days Holiday

Free Travel for You and a Companion

Discounts

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Willingness to learn and be part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Completing industry-leading training and securing your PCV licence.
• Driving safely and ensuring every passenger has a great journey.
• Delivering top-notch customer service and creating a welcoming environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Driving Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Salary

£12.64 per hour rising to £14.46 per hour, and £28,615 per annum after 6 months of your employment start date

Trainee Bus Driver

• 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 Mansfield depot, located at Sutton Road
• Pay rate during training of £12.64 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks)
• Annual earnings of £28615 following completion of training based on 39 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver
• Various shift patterns on different rolling rotas

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 Mansfield depot.

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 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 health and wellbeing.

Our Mansfield depot

At our Mansfield depot, we operate a fleet of 83 buses covering many areas with a team of 204 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
• 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 organisation with a great future focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehicles
• Our benefits including pension, 28 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion and 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
• Driving our fantastic fleet safely, smoothly with confidence
• Making sure every single passenger 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 a 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!

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. We also live by our five values across Stagecoach; We plan for the future, We do the right thing, We are stronger together, We are down to earth and We support communities.

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.

Location:

Stagecoach Mansfield Sutton Road Mansfield NG18 5QH