Apprenticeship
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Earn £660.73 per week while training to be a bus driver.
- Stagecoach covers all training costs, valued at approximately £4,000.
- Guaranteed 38 minimum hours per week with overtime opportunities.
- Receive a comprehensive benefits package including free travel and a pension scheme.
- Must be 18+, hold a driving licence, and possess excellent customer service skills.
About the Role
Stagecoach is looking for trainee bus drivers to join their team at the West Ham garage.
What You'll Do
- Transport customers safely and comfortably.
- Deliver great customer service.
- Drive with a patient, safe, and courteous approach.
What You'll Get
- Paid Training: All training costs covered (worth around £4,000).
- Salary: Earn £660.73 per week, with overtime available.
- Guaranteed Hours: Minimum of 38 hours per week.
- Benefits:
- Generous company pension scheme.
- 20 days holiday.
- Free financial education and affordable loans.
- Discounts on holidays, retail, cinema, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover, and hotels.
- Free travel for you and a household member on TfL bus and rail services.
- Free travel for you and a companion on Stagecoach buses outside London.
- Job Security: As a key worker, you'll have a role at the heart of the community.
- Career Development: Opportunities include the Trade Up scheme (moving into engineering), promotion to Driver Mentor, Regulator/Controller, Driving Instructor, and routes into management.
- Secondment Opportunities: Work at big events or in head office support functions.
- Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential support for health and wellbeing.
- Supportive Environment: Great working environment with opportunities to make friends, supportive managers, and employee networks.
Entry Requirements
- Must be 18 years old.
- Hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points (unless you have held the licence for under two years).
- A desire to deliver great customer service.
- A patient, safe, and courteous approach to driving.
Location
Stagecoach West Ham Garage, Stephenson Street, Canning Town, London E16 4SA.
Application Process
Apply online, followed by an interview.