Trainee Bus Driver - Aviemore

Salary & Training

Weekly earnings of £613 with opportunities for overtime. Typical annualised salary of £31,886.

Pay rate during training of £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 Bus Driver. Overtime rate of £16.50 per hour. Shift patterns of early, midday, late and split.

We'll cover all your training costs, so you earn while you learn.

Based at our Aviemore depot, located at Myrtlefield Industrial Estate, Aviemore PH22 1SB
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Our Aviemore depot At our Inverness depot, we operate the areas of Highlands, Moray and Grampian with a team of 21 Drivers.

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.

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. No experience driving a bus? No problem! We'll pay you to train, cover the cost of your PCV licence, and equip you with everything you need to not only succeed but flourish on the road.

Our new career starts here at Stagecoach, no experience needed. 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.

• Completing our industry leading training, securing your PCV licence followed by ongoing CPC training and professional development.
• 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.

• 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 a part of DVLA requirement).
• A patient, safe and courteous approach to driving.
• 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 benefits including pension, 33 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion and a wide range of discounts.

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.

We 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.

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.

Our recruitment process is simple; a short application (around 3-4 minutes), followed by an interview assessing your experience & behaviours.