Trainee Bus Driver - Penrith depot

Stagecoach Group plc; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bus transport company in Carlisle is seeking aspiring Bus Drivers. No prior experience required; training will be provided at £13.45 per hour. Following training, expected annual earnings are £30,500 based on a 39-hour workweek. Join a friendly team focused on great customer service and community connection.

Benefits

Fully paid training

Competitive pay rates

20 days holiday

Free travel for you and a companion

Qualifications

• You need to be 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points.
• Right to work in the UK.
• A patient, safe and courteous approach to driving.

Responsibilities

• Completing our industry leading training and securing your PCV licence.
• Driving our fantastic fleet safely and smoothly.
• Delivering top-notch customer service.

Skills

Great attitude to learning

Customer service passion

Safe driving

Job description

Overview

Learn to become a bus driver at the UK's Number 1 bus company. Ready to take the wheel? Stagecoach Carlisle depot, located in Penrith. No experience needed. Earn while you learn, with fully paid training to help you gain your PCV licence. Pay rate during training is £13.45 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks). Annual earnings of £30,500 following completion of training based on 39 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver. Shift patterns of 5 out of 7 days.

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. We’re looking for friendly, safety-conscious people to join our team at our Penrith 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 succeed and 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.

Your 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.

At our Carlisle depot, we operate a fleet of 80 buses covering Cumbria with a team of 157 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 market leading organisation with a great future focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehicles
• Our benefits including pension, 20 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 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 3 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

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.

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 Carlisle Depot Willowholme Industrial Estate, Willow Holme Road, Willowholme Carlisle CA2 5RT

About the company

Stagecoach Group is a Scottish transport group based in Perth, Scotland.

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