Trainee Bus Driver - Ballater

Salary & Compensation

Weekly earnings of £614 with opportunities for overtime. Typical annualised salary of £31,950, based on a 42 hour week. Pay rate during training of £14.63 per hour, training lasts 6–8 weeks. Normal working week 39 hours. Shift patterns 5 over 7 based on 42 hours per week.

Stagecoach is looking for friendly, safety‑conscious people to join our Ballater depot. No driving experience needed – 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.

• Complete industry‑leading training and secure your PCV licence followed by ongoing CPC training and professional development.
• Drive our fleet safely, smoothly and with confidence.
• Make sure every passenger has a great journey.
• Deliver top‑notch customer service to people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Create a welcoming environment where customers feel respected, cared for and looked after, especially those who rely on us most.
• Work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

• Age 18or older and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Right to work in the UK (minimum of 183 days residence as per DVLA).
• Patient, safe and courteous approach to driving.
• Positive, friendly attitude and passion for delivering great customer service.
• Willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant team.

• All training costs covered.
• Competitive hourly rates, plus opportunities for overtime.
• Career progression opportunities (Inspector, Controller, Instructor, leadership and cross‑functional roles).
• Pension, 28 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion and a wide range of discounts.
• Permanent, stable career in a respected organisation focused on sustainable, clean energy vehicles.

Stagecoach Ballater Depot, Pannanich Road, Ballater AB35 5PA
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Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and all differences are appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age.