Apprentice Trainee Driver - Leamington Spa

## Apprentice Trainee Driver - Leamington Spa Apply locations:
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Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR13167
** Salary
* * Hourly rate of £16.22. Annualised earnings of £32,894
** Trainee Bus Driver - with Apprenticeship Qualification - Leamington Spa
*** 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 Leamington Spa Depot, located within Warwickshire
* Pay rate during training of £16.22 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks)
* Annual earnings of £32,894 following completion of training based on 39 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver
* Shift patterns of 5 out of 7 days
** 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 Leamington Spa 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 Leamington Spa Depot At our Leamington Spa Depot, we operate a fleet of 49 buses covering the areas of Warwickshire with a team of 128 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
* Gain a Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship, with structured training and an externally recognised qualification
* 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 focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehicles
* Our benefits including pension, 4 weeks annual leave plus accrued 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 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
** 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
* Right to work in the UK (You will need to have been in the UK for a minimum of 183 days as part of…