Trainee Bus Driver (including apprenticeship qualification)

Stagecoach Group plc; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company is looking for a Trainee Bus Driver in Hartlepool. No experience is needed, as we provide fully paid training to obtain your PCV licence and a Level 2 Apprenticeship Qualification. You will earn £13.48 per hour during training, rising to £15.45 per hour after one year of service. This position offers a welcoming work environment with strong support from colleagues and managers.

Benefits

Paid training

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Valid driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Complete industry leading training and secure your PCV licence.
• Drive safely and smoothly while providing excellent customer service.
• Create a welcoming environment for all customers.

Skills

Customer service skills

Safe driving

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Job description

Salary

Typical earnings of £13.48 per hour after completion of training, rising to £15.45 per hour after one year of service.

Overview

Trainee Bus Driver (including Apprenticeship qualification)

• 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 and enhancing your learning through a Level 2 Apprenticeship Qualification.
• Based at our Hartlepool depot, located at Brenda Road and Market Place
• Pay rate during training of £13.48 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks)
• Annual earnings of £26,600 following completion of training based on 37 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver
• Shift patterns of 4 or 5 days

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 Hartlepool depot

At our Hartlepool depot, we operate a fleet of 26 buses covering the areas of Teesside and Durham with a team of 62 Drivers.

What will you be doing?

• Completing our industry leading training, securing your PCV licence followed by ongoing CPC training and professional development which form part of gaining your Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship
• 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 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 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

Ready to take the driver’s seat?

Click apply now to start your Stagecoach journey today. We can’t wait to welcome you on board!

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.

Location

Location: Hartlepool, Brenda Road and Market Place. Stagecoach Hartlepool Depot Brenda Road Hartlepool TS25 1XJ