Trainee Bus Driver - Northampton Depot

Stagecoach Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free travel for you and a companion

Pension

4 weeks holiday

Job summary

Stagecoach Group is hiring at the Northampton depot for a Trainee Bus Driver. No experience needed; you’ll be paid to train and earn while you learn, gaining a PCV licence via a Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship. Training lasts ~12–14 weeks with pay £12.71/h; after working solo it rises to £14.02/h.

On your 1-year anniversary pay reaches £16.45/h. Shifts are 4 or 5 days in 7. You’ll join a friendly, safety‑conscious team delivering reliable journeys and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old
• UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• Right to work in the UK and residency criteria
• Willingness to learn and be part of a team

Responsibilities

• Complete our industry leading training and gain PCV licence through Level 2 Apprenticeship
• Drive our buses safely and confidently
• Deliver excellent customer service to all passengers
• Work flexible shifts including early mornings, evenings and weekends

Skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Willingness to learn

Job description

## Trainee Bus Driver - Northampton DepotApply: Northampton: Full time: Posted Today: JR13320**Salary**Hourly Paid rising to £16.45 p/h after 1 year anniversary* 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 Northampton depot, located just outside Northampton Town Centre* Pay rate during training of £12.71 per hour (training will last 12-14 weeks)* Pay rate increasing to £14.02 once you are working alone and then increasing again on your 1 year anniversary £16.45 per hour as a Qualified Bus Driver* Shift patterns mixed of any 4 or 5 days in 7**Looking 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 Northampton depot.No experience driving a bus? No problem! We’ll pay you to train whilst we invest significantly in your training. You’ll gain your PCV licence as part of our Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship, which will equip you with everything you need to not only succeed but flourish on the road. The apprenticeship gives you a structured training programme and an externally recognised qualification, with no impact on your role, pay or hours. **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 and your family’s health and wellbeing.**Our Northampton depot**At our Northampton depot, we operate a fleet of over 100 buses covering the areas of Northamptonshire, including Daventry & Wellingborough, with a team of almost 300 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* Gain a Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship, with structured training and an externally recognised qualification* 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, 4 weeks holiday, free travel for you and a companion, 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 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) and have been ordinarily resident in the UK and Islands or the British overseas territories for the last 3 years OR meet alternative criteria due to funding criteria (can be discussed via application)* A patient, safe and courteous approach* 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!