Trainee Bus Driver (including Apprenticeship qualification) in Mansfield

Salary & Training

Salary Training pay rate £13.50 per hour, increasing to £15.45 after 6 months of employment. Plus, enhanced payment for overtime, weekend and hours worked over 39 hours. Trainee Bus Driver (including Apprenticeship qualification)

• 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 Mansfield depot, located at Unit A Millennium Business Park Concorde Way NG19 7JZ
• Pay rate during training of £13.50 per hour (training will last 6 - 8 weeks)
• Annual earnings of £31,332.60 following completion of training based on 39 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver
• Shift patterns of early, middle and late including Bank holidays

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications & Requirements

What do you need to apply?

• You need to be 18 years old and hold a driving licence for a minimum of 12 months 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 DVLA requirement) and have been ordinarily resident in the UK and Islands or the British overseas territories for the last 3 years OR meet alternative criteria due to funding criteria (can be discussed via application)

Benefits

Our benefits including pension, 28 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, a wide range of discounts

Company Culture

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.

We also 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.

A patient, safe and courteous approach. 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 recruitment process is simple; a short application (around 3 - 4 minutes), followed by an interview assessing your experience & behaviours.

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.

Location

Stagecoach Mansfield Unit A Millennium Business Park, Concorde Way, NG19 7JZ. Stagecoach Mansfield Sutton Road Mansfield NG18 5QH.

About Stagecoach

Welcome to Stagecoach, the UK's #1 bus company. Every day we help millions of passengers get to the people and places that matter to them, connecting the communities we are proud to serve. Founded in 1980, Stagecoach has established itself as the UK’s largest transport operator, with services connecting more than 100 major towns and cities in England, Scotland, and Wales. Our team of 26,000 employees are proud to serve our customers and be an integral part of their local communities.

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