Trainee Bus Driver - Ayr

Stagecoach Group plc; Ayr; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company is seeking a Trainee Bus Driver in Ayr. The role involves completing extensive training, driving a bus safely, and delivering exceptional customer service. Applicants should be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driving license. The position offers competitive pay, covered training costs, and opportunities for career advancement within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Training costs covered

Competitive hourly rates

Free travel for you and a companion

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old holding a valid driving license for over 12 months.
• Need the right to work in the UK.
• Must demonstrate a safe and courteous approach to driving.

Responsibilities

• Complete industry-leading training and secure a PCV license.
• Drive the bus safely and ensure an excellent customer journey.
• Create a welcoming environment for all customers.

Skills

Patient driving approach

Customer service

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Job description

Salary

£546.00 weekly or £28,392.00 annually. (pro rata for part time hours) potential to earn more in overtime.

Role

Trainee Bus Driver

What you’ll be doing

• Completing our industry leading training, securing your PCV licence followed by ongoing CPC training and professional development
• 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

What do you need to apply?

• You need to be 18 years old and hold a driving licence for longer than 12 months 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 a part of DVLA requirement)
• A patient, safe and courteous approach to driving
• 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

Why choose Stagecoach?

• We’ll cover all your training costs, so you earn while you learn
• 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, XX days holiday, free travel for you and a companion and a wide range of discounts

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 Ayr depot

At our Ayr depot, we operate a fleet of 54 buses covering the areas of South Ayrshire, East Ayrshire, North Ayrshire, Dumfries and Galloway and Glasgow with a team of around 130 Drivers.

This isn’t just about driving a bus—it’s about making a difference every day. You’ll be a friendly face in someone’s day, offering a warm welcome, answering questions, and helping people feel safe and supported on their journey. Ready to get behind the wheel? Let’s go!

Location

Stagecoach Ayr Depot, Waggon Road, Ayr KA8 8BB

About Stagecoach

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.

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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 Ayr Depot, Waggon Road, Ayr KA8 8BB