Apprenticeship
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Get paid to train as a bus driver, earning from day one with all training costs covered.
- Typical annual earnings between £30,217 - £32,448 for a minimum 39-hour week.
- Receive a PCV licence and National Qualification in Passenger Transport.
- Benefits include a company pension, 20 days holiday, free travel, and career development opportunities.
- Must be 18+, hold a driving licence with max 6 points, and have 1 year's driving experience.
About the Role
Stagecoach are looking for Trainee Bus Drivers to join our Barrow Team.
What You'll Get
- Paid Training: Earn from day one with all training costs covered (worth around £4,000) to achieve a recognised National Qualification in Passenger Transport and your PCV licence.
- Earnings: Typical annualised earnings between £30,217 - £32,448 for a minimum of 39 hours per week (typical average 40 hours).
- Benefits:
- Generous company Pension Scheme.
- 20 days holiday (25 after 3 years) plus 8 bank holidays.
- Free travel for you, your spouse/partner, and up to 3 children in full-time education.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Employee assistance programme offering confidential 24/7 support.
- Job Security: Be a key worker in your community with guaranteed weekly hours and opportunities for overtime.
- Career Development: Opportunities to move into engineering, promotion to Inspector, Driving Instructor, and management roles. Secondment opportunities within the business, including events and head office functions.
- Flexibility: UK-wide opportunities to transfer locations.
- Supportive Environment: Great working environment with supportive colleagues and managers, and employee networks.
What You'll Do
Transport customers safely and comfortably to various destinations, including healthcare, employment, shopping, leisure, school, and college.
What You'll Need
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
- A minimum of 1 year's recent driving experience.
- A desire to deliver great customer service.
- A patient, safe, and courteous approach to driving.
How to Apply
Apply online. The recruitment process involves an application, an interview, and a depot visit.