Trainee Bus Driver

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to become trainee bus drivers. This exciting opportunity allows you to earn while you learn at a leading bus company, with training costs covered and a competitive salary from day one. You'll join a supportive community that values inclusivity and respect, and enjoy various perks such as discounts, paid holidays, and free bus travel. If you're ready to take the wheel and embark on a rewarding career, this is the perfect chance to start your journey!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous pension

Paid training costs

Discounts on high street brands

Minimum 28 days paid holiday

Free bus travel for you and a companion

Qualifications

• No prior experience required, just a willingness to learn.
• Training provided to obtain a PCV licence.

Responsibilities

• Learn to drive a bus under the guidance of experienced drivers.
• Provide excellent customer service while driving.

Skills

Bus Driving

Customer Service

Education

PCV Licence

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