Trainee Bus Driver - Ballater

Stagecoach Group; Ballater; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Covered training costs

28 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Job summary

Stagecoach Group is seeking Trainee Bus Drivers at their Ballater depot. No prior experience is necessary as the company offers fully paid training to help you gain your PCV licence.

Enjoy a competitive salary of £31,950 annually and a rewarding career that connects you to the community. The role includes driving safely, providing exceptional customer service, and ensuring passengers have a great journey.

Join Stagecoach and make a positive difference every day!

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a valid UK driving licence.
• No more than 6 penalty points on the driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK with a minimum of 183 days residency.

Responsibilities

• Complete industry-leading training to secure PCV licence.
• Drive the fleet safely and confidently.
• Deliver excellent customer service to all passengers.

Skills

Customer service

Safe driving

Positive attitude

Job description

## Trainee Bus Driver - BallaterApplylocations: Ballatertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR12811**Salary**Weekly earnings of £614\* with opportunities for overtime. Typical annualised salary of £31,950\* \*Based on working 42 hours / weekWeekly earnings of £614\* with opportunities for overtime.Typical annualised salary of £31,950\*· 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· Based at our Ballater Depot, located at Pannanich Road, Ballater.· Pay rate during training of £14.63 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks)· Normal working week is 39 hours· Annualised earnings of £31,950\*· Shift patterns of 5 over 7\*based on working 42 hours per weekLooking for a job with real purpose? A career that moves you forward?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 Ballater depot.No experience driving a bus? No problem! We’ll pay you to train, cover the cost of your PCV licence, and equip you with everything you need to not only succeed but flourish on the road. 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 health and wellbeing.**Our Ballater Depot**At our Ballater depot, we operate a fleet of over 48 buses covering the areas of Ballater and Shire with a great team of 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!**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 organisation with a great future focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehicles· Our benefits including pension, 28 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion and a wide range of discounts**What will you 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 passenger 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 weekendsWhat do you need to apply?· 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 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 & behavioursReady to take the driver’s seat?Click apply now to start your Stagecoach journey today. We can’t wait to welcome you on board!