Trainee Driver - Hourly

Stagecoach; Whitehaven; In loco; GBP 20.000 - 22.000; Tempo pieno

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Pension

28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Free travel for you and a companion

Discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

Stagecoach is recruiting at our Kendal / Carlisle depots to train new bus drivers. You will be paid during training at £14.80 per hour for 6–10 weeks, with annualised earnings of about £34,112 based on 41 hours per week once qualified at £16.00 per hour.

Join a welcoming team, learn to drive a PCV, and deliver great customer service to communities. A full UK driving licence and 18+ are required.

Competenze

• Over 18 years old or older
• One year of recent driving experience
• UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• Right to work in the UK for at least 183 days (DVLA requirement)

Mansioni

• Complete industry-leading training and secure PCV licence
• Drive the bus safely and confidently
• Deliver excellent customer service on every journey
• Welcome and assist customers, making them feel safe and valued
• Work flexible shifts including early mornings, evenings and weekends
• Be a positive face of Stagecoach in the community

Conoscenze

Great customer service

Positive attitude

Safety-conscious

Willingness to learn

Descrizione del lavoro

Salary£16.00 per hourOnce qualified £16.00 per hour (£656 per week) with typical annualised earnings of £34,112 based on an average of 41 hours per weekYour new career starts here at Stagecoach, no experience neededBased at our Carlisle depot, located at WillowholmePay rate during training of £14.80 per hour (training will last 6 – 10 weeks)Annual earnings of £34,112 following completion of training based on 41 hours per week as a qualified Bus DriverShift patterns of 5 days over 7Looking 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 Kendal depot.No experience driving a bus? No problem! We’ll pay you to train whilst we invest significantly in your training. 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 environmentWe 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 Carlisle depotAt our Carlisle depot, we operate a fleet of 65 buses covering the Carlisle area, Northern Cumbria, The Lakes, Southern Scotland and Newcastle with a team of 175 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 learnCompetitive hourly rates, plus opportunities for overtimeGreat career opportunities growing into roles such as Leading Drivers, CPC Trainers and Instructors alongside leadership and cross functional openings across the UKA permanent, stable career in a respected market leading organisation with a great future focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehiclesOur benefits including pension, 28 days holiday (inc bank holidays), free travel for you and a companion, a wide range of discountsWhat will you be doing?Completing our industry leading training, securing your PCV licence followed by ongoing CPC trainingDriving our fantastic fleet safely, smoothly with confidenceMaking sure every single customer has a great journeyDelivering top-notch customer service, helping people of all ages and backgroundsCreating a welcoming environment where customers feel respected, cared for, and looked after, especially those who rely on us mostWorking flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekendsWhat do you need to apply?You need to be over 18 years old have one year recent driving experience and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty pointsRight 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 approachBeing the face of Stagecoach, a positive, friendly attitude and a passion for delivering great customer serviceA willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant teamOur 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!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.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:Whitehaven Depot c/o Broadacre House 16-20 Lowther Street Carlisle CA3 8DA