Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitively paid training

Pension scheme

20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Free travel for you and a companion

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading transport operator in Sheffield is seeking a Trainee Bus Driver. You will receive fully paid training to gain your PCV licence and earn while you learn. After completing training, you could earn approximately £31,200 per year based on a 40-hour week. The role requires a positive attitude towards learning and exceptional customer service. Join a supportive team in a friendly work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Right to work in the UK and have been residing in the UK for the last 3 years.
• Genuine desire to make a positive difference in people's lives.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and smoothly, ensuring a great journey for customers.
• Deliver top-notch customer service and assistance.
• Complete training and securely gain a PCV licence.

Skills

Great attitude to learning

Passion for exceptional customer experience

Patient and courteous approach

Education

Full UK driving licence

Ability to learn and gain a PCV licence

Job description

Trainee Bus Driver page is loaded## Trainee Bus Driverlocations: Ecclesfield, Sheffield, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR11825**Salary**Hourly rate from £14.00 ph - whilst training. Increasing to £14.50 after training, then rising to £15.00 ph after one years service. Plus extra £1ph for unsociable hours. A 50p ph enhancement for all hours worked over 44 hours per week.* + 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 Ecclesfield depot, located at Green Lane, Ecclesfield, Sheffield, S35 9WY + Pay rate during training of £ 14.00 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks) + Annual earnings of £31,200 following completion of training based on 40 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver + Shift patterns of 5 days out of 7 per week + 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 Ecclesfield depot. **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 Ecclesfield depot** At our Ecclesfield depot, we operate a fleet of 59 buses covering the areas of Sheffield, Barnsley and Stocksbridge with a team of 150 Drivers. + 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 with an addition 8 Bank Holidays, free travel for you and a companion, a wide range of discounts + 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 + 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) and have been ordinarily resident in the UK and Islands or the British overseas territories for the last 3 years OR meet alternative criteria due to funding criteria (can be discussed via application) + A patient, safe and courteous approach + 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 + 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 Ecclesfield Depot Green Lane, Ecclesfield Sheffied S35 9WYFounded in 1980, Stagecoach has established itself as the UK’s largest transport operator, with services connecting more than 100 major towns and cities in England, Scotland, and Wales. We work with our partners to deliver a greener, smarter, safer, healthier, and fairer country. Providing extensive expertise in commercial and contracted markets, we assist national and regional government to deliver on ambitious plans for their citizens, communities, and local economy. Our team of 26,000 employees are proud to serve our customers and be an integral part of their local communities.