Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group; South Shields; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team as trainee bus drivers. This exciting opportunity allows you to earn while you learn, with all training costs covered, leading to a recognized qualification and a PCV licence. You'll enjoy a competitive salary, generous pension, and a range of perks from day one, including discounts and free bus travel for you and a companion. Join a diverse and inclusive community that values respect and empowerment, and take the first step towards a rewarding career in the transportation industry.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Generous Pension

Free Bus Travel

Paid Holidays

Discounts on High Street Brands

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed; training provided to achieve PCV licence.
• Strong customer service skills are essential for interacting with passengers.

Responsibilities

• Learn to drive a bus and provide excellent customer service.
• Complete training under experienced drivers at the Training Academy.

Skills

Driving Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Education

PCV Licence

National Qualification in Passenger Transport

Job description

Salary

£12.38 per hour training rate.

Trainee Bus Driver

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 a minimum of 28 days paid holiday, 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

You will get paid to train starting at £12.38 per hour. We will also pay for all of your training costs, worth around £4,000. Your typical annualized earnings will be £24,716 then once you become a qualified bus driver, rising up to £28,590.

Location

Sunderland

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 Sunderland Depot North Bridge St, Wheatsheaf Sunderland SR5 1AD