Trainee 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 Inverness depot located at 1 Seafield Road, IV1 1SG
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• Weekly earnings of £613 with opportunities for overtime.
• Typical annualised salary of £31,886.
• Pay rate during training: £14.60 per hour (training will last 6‑8 weeks).
• Annual earnings of £31,886 following completion of training based on 42 hours per week as a qualified Buses Driver.
• Overtime rate of £16.50 per hour.
• Shift patterns: early, midday, late, and split.

• We 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 focused on sustainable, clean‑energy vehicles.
• Benefits including pension, 33 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts.

• Completing our industry‑leading training, securing your PCV licence followed by ongoing CPC training and professional development.
• Driving our fantastic fleet safely, smoothly and 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.

• Be 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Right to work in the UK (must have been in the UK for a minimum of 183 days as part of DVLA requirement).
• A patient, safe and courteous approach to driving.
• A positive, friendly attitude and a passion for delivering great customer service.
• A willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant team.

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 Inverness depot:
At our Inverness depot, we operate a fleet of 96 buses covering the areas of Highlands and Moray with a team of 120 Drivers. This isn't just about driving a bus – it's about making a difference every day.

Inverness Depot – 1 Seafield Road, Inverness, IV1 1SG

Ready to take the driver's seat?

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.