Trainee Driver

Position: Trainee Driver - Hourly
## Trainee Driver - Hourly Apply:
Carlisle:
Full time:
Posted Today:
JR13504
** Salary**£16.00 per hour

Once qualified £16.00 per hour (£656 per week) with typical annualised earnings of £34,112 based on an average of 41 hours per week  
* Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, no experience needed
* Based at our Carlisle depot, located at Willowholme
* Pay 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 Driver
* Shift patterns of 5 days over 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 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 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 Carlisle depot
** At 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 learn
* Competitive hourly rates, plus opportunities for overtime
* Great career opportunities growing into roles such as Leading Drivers, CPC Trainers and Instructors 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, 28 days holiday (inc bank holidays), 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
* 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 over 18 years old have one year recent driving experience 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)
* 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…