Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group; Porth; On-site; GBP 1,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading bus company as a trainee bus driver and get paid to learn at our expert driving academy. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous pension, and a supportive community while you train to obtain your PCV licence. With opportunities for overtime and a range of perks from day one, this role offers financial security and a rewarding career path. Embrace a culture of inclusivity and respect as you become part of a diverse team dedicated to providing exceptional service. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in passenger transport.

Benefits

Discounts on high street brands

Free Stagecoach bus travel for you and a companion

33 days paid holidays

Generous pension

Paid training costs worth £4,000

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications required, training provided.
• Must be willing to learn and obtain a PCV licence.

Responsibilities

• Learn to drive a bus under expert guidance.
• Complete training to achieve a recognised qualification.

Job description

Salary

Training Rate: £13.86 (new starters until signed off by mentor)

Basic Rate: £14.44

Overtime rate: £17.31

Sunday/Bank Holiday: £17.89

Ready to take the wheel?

Learn to become a bus driver at the UK's Number 1 bus company.

We are looking for trainee bus drivers to join our team immediately. You'll be paid to learn how to drive a bus at our expert driving academy, become part of a great community, and get rewarded for a job you love.

Ready to take the wheel? Apply now, it takes less than 90 seconds.

3 Reasons to Join The Stagecoach Team

1. Get Rewarded For a Job You Love.

Being rewarded for a job you enjoy is a great feeling.

With Stagecoach, you’ll receive a competitive salary, a generous pension, and the financial security that comes with working for an established company.

Plus, with opportunities to earn more money for working overtime, weekends or nights, you can increase your pay packet whenever you need.

2. Earn While You Learn

Ready to get your PCV licence? You’ll get paid from day one while you train under the guidance of friendly, experienced drivers at our Training Academy.

We’ll also pay for all your training costs to achieve a recognised national qualification in Passenger Transport and your PCV licence, worth around £4,000.

3. Perks From Day One

As soon as you join Stagecoach, you’ll receive a great range of benefits and perks on top of your salary. These include discounts on high street brands, restaurants, hotels, days out, and cinemas visits.

You’ll also get 33 days paid holidays (inclusive of 8 bank holidays) a generous pension, and free Stagecoach bus travel for you and a companion.

Ready To Apply?

Applying is easy and won’t take more than 90 seconds.

Simply apply online, we’ll ask you to come in for an interview and to see the bus depot, and that’s it!

Your Salary

Training Rate: £13.86 (new starters until signed off by mentor)

Basic Rate: £14.44

Overtime rate: £17.31

Sunday/Bank Holiday: £17.89

We will also pay for all of your training costs, worth around £4,000.

Your typical annualized earnings will be £30,000 once you become a qualified bus driver.

Location

Porth Depot

Stagecoach South Wales

Aberrhondda Rd

Porth

CF39 0LN

Our Culture

Stagecoach is made up of a diverse community of people who support and empower each other, creating a culture of inclusivity and respect.

We believe that diversity not only enriches our company culture but also makes us stronger and more innovative as a team.

We welcome applications from everyone and can’t wait for you to join the Stagecoach team!

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 Porth Depot Aber Rhondda Road Porth CF39 0LN