Trainee Bus Driver

Stagecoach Group; Winchester; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Stagecoach, the UK's #1 bus company, as a trainee bus driver. You'll receive paid training, earning a competitive starting salary, while gaining a national qualification in Passenger Transport and PCV licence. Enjoy opportunities for overtime, a supportive community, and various employee perks. Apply now!

Benefits

Generous pension

Discounts on high street brands

Free Stagecoach bus travel for you and a companion

Minimum of 28 days paid holiday

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and train as a bus driver.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and bank holidays.
• Good interpersonal skills for customer interaction.

Responsibilities

• Participate in training to learn how to drive a bus.
• Ensure passenger safety and comfort during travel.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication

Education

PCV licence

Recognised qualification in Passenger Transport

Job description

Please confirm that you are happy to continue on this basis.

Salary

Starting salary of £28,000 per annum, with opportunities for overtime, increased weekend and Bank Holiday rates, and safe driving bonuses.

Ready to take the wheel?

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

Weekly earnings of £500
Typical annualized salary of £28,000

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 £11.70 per hour.

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

Your typical annualized earnings will be £27,000 once you become a qualified bus driver.

Location

Winchester

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 Winchester Depot Bar End Industrial Estate, Winchester Hampshire SO23 9NP

Start Your Career With Stagecoach

Welcome to Stagecoach, the UK’s #1 bus company.

Who We Are

Every day we help millions of passengers get to the people and places that matter to them,
connecting the communities we are proud to serve.

About Us

Founded 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.