Apprenticeship
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Start your career as a Trainee Bus Driver in Kilmarnock.
- Earn from £30,622 annually, with pay increases and overtime opportunities.
- Receive fully paid training, including your PCV licence.
- Requires a full UK driving licence with a maximum of 6 points and at least 1 year of driving experience.
About the Role
Start your new career with Stagecoach – get paid to train and drive!
Pay & Progression
- £15.10 per hour from 15th June 2026
- £15.25 per hour from 26th October 2026
- £15.50 per hour from 25th January 2027
- Equivalent to £588.90 per week / £30,622 per year
- Overtime available to boost earnings
What You’ll Get
- Fully paid training & PCV licence
- Earn while you learn
- Company pension scheme
- Enhanced sick pay (not just SSP)
- Free bus travel for you and 1 allocated person
- Generous holidays & additional perks
- Job security with a leading UK operator
- Clear career progression opportunities
Why Join Stagecoach?
You’ll be the friendly face keeping your community moving, safely, reliably and with great customer service. No experience driving buses? No problem. We’ll train you from day one.
What You’ll Do
- Drive safely and confidently
- Deliver excellent customer service
- Support your local community
- Be part of a supportive, inclusive team
What We’re Looking For
- Age 18+
- Full UK driving licence (max 6 points)
- Minimum 1 year driving experience
- Friendly, reliable and eager to learn
- Right to work in the UK (DVLA requirement: 183+ days presence)
Location
Kilmarnock Bus Station Green Street Kilmarnock KA1 1LN