Trainee Bus Driver

Overview

Stagecoach is hiring bus drivers at the Rawmarsh depot. No experience is required – we provide fully paid training to obtain a PCV licence and a Level2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship.

Training pay: £14.00 per hour (rising to £15.00 after one year). Training lasts 6–8 weeks.

After completion: base salary £28,663 (≈£30,000 after one year). Hourly rate remains £14.00 rising to £15.00.

• Fully paid training worth over £4,000
• Level2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship qualification
• Competitive hourly rates, overtime opportunities
• Permanent career with opportunities to progress to Inspector, Controller, Instructor, and other leadership roles
• Pension scheme, holiday allowance (20 days rising to 25 days after five years), and bank holidays
• Free travel for you and a companion, and a range of employee discounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

• Complete training and secure PCV licence
• Drive the fleet safely, smoothly and confidently
• Provide excellent customer service to all passengers
• Create a welcoming environment, especially for vulnerable or valued passengers
• Work flexible shifts – early, middle, late, evenings and weekends

• Age 18 or older
• Full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points
• Right to work in the UK (183days residency requirement or equivalent)
• Positive, friendly attitude and passion for customer service
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team

The Rawmarsh depot operates a fleet of 53 buses covering Rotherham, Sheffield, Barnsley and Doncaster with a team of 136 drivers.

Stagecoach Rawmarsh Depot, Dale Road, Rawmarsh, Rotherham S625AL
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Stagecoach is an inclusive employer welcoming applications from all backgrounds and is committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion.