Trainee Bus Driver

Salary Training pay rate £13.11 per hour, increasing to £15.00 after 6 months of employment. Trainee Bus Driver (including Apprenticeship qualification) 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 and enhancing your learning through a Level 2 Apprenticeship Qualification. Based at our Mansfield depot, located at Sutton Road Pay rate during training of £13.11 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks) Annual earnings of £30,420 following completion of training based on 39 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver Shift patterns of early, middle and late

Ready to take the driver’s seat? 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.

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 short application (around 3 – 4 minutes), followed by an interview assessing your experience & behaviours 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) and have been ordinarily resident in the UK and Islands or the British overseas territories for the last 3 years OR meet alternative criteria due to funding criteria (can be discussed via application)

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

What will you be doing? Completing our industry leading training, securing your PCV licence followed by ongoing CPC training and professional development which form part of gaining your Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship 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

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 Mansfield depot. No experience driving a bus?

No problem! We’ll pay you to train whilst we invest significantly in your training. You’ll gain your PCV licence as part of our Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship, which will equip you with everything you need to not only succeed but flourish on the road. The apprenticeship gives you a structured training programme and an externally recognised qualification, with no impact on your role, pay or hours.

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 Mansfield depot

At our Mansfield depot, we operate a fleet of 84 buses covering many areas with a team of 220 Drivers. This isn’t just about driving a bus—it’s about making a…