Trainee Bus Driver - Northampton Depot

Stagecoach Group; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking transport operator as a Trainee Bus Driver at the Northampton Depot. This role offers a rewarding career with fully paid training to help you gain your PCV licence. You'll be the friendly face that connects the community, ensuring safe and enjoyable journeys for all passengers. With a commitment to inclusivity and employee support, this company values your contributions and provides opportunities for growth into various roles. If you have a passion for customer service and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid Training

Pension

28 Days Holiday

Free Travel for Employee and Companion

Discounts on Various Services

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old with a valid driving licence.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and smoothly while providing excellent customer service.
• Complete training to secure PCV licence and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Customer Service

Driving Skills

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

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Trainee Bus Driver - Northampton Depot

Apply locations Northampton time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR10539

Salary

Salary circa £33,852, or £681 per week, once you become a qualified bus driver.

• 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 Northampton depot, located just outside Northampton Town Centre
• Pay rate during training of £12.21 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks)
• Annual earnings of £33,852 following completion of training based on 42 hours per week as a newly Qualified Bus Driver (Minimum Guarantee of 39 hours per week)
• Shift patterns of any 4 or 5 days in a week

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, 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 Northampton depot

At our Northampton depot, we operate a fleet of 108 buses covering the areas of Northampton with a team of around 280 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 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 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. 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.

Location:

Northampton Depot North Gate Bus Station, Bradshaw St Northampton NN1 2HL

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