Trainee Apprentice Bus Driver - Hastings Depot

Location: Hastings, United Kingdom

Salary

£16.23 per hour (£32,914.44 gross per annum) after a qualifying period of 6 months

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

Further training and support provided through a Level 2 Passenger Transport Apprenticeship Scheme (13 months)

Based at our Hastings depot, located at Beaufort Road, Silverhill, Hastings, East Sussex, TN37 6PL

Pay rate during training of £12.71 per hour (training will last 8 – 10 weeks)

Pay rate after training until completion of probationary period (6 months from start date) of £15.11 per hour

Annual earnings of £32,914.44 (£16.23 per hour) following completion of training and probation based on a 39 hours per week contract as a Qualified Bus Driver

Shift pattern working any 5 days out of 7, including Early, Middle and Late shifts, weekends and bank holidays

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 at our Hastings depot.

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. 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.

Our working environment

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.

Our Hastings depot

At our Hastings depot, we operate a fleet of 60 buses covering the Hastings, Bexhill, Rye, and 1066 Country area with a team of 160 drivers.

This isn’t just about driving a bus—it’s about making a difference every day. You’ll be a friendly face in someone’s day, offering a warm welcome, answering questions, and helping people feel safe and supported on their journey. Ready to get behind the wheel? Let’s go!

Why choose Stagecoach?

We’ll cover all your training costs (including Apprenticeship Scheme, worth £8,000!), so you earn while you learn

Competitive hourly rates, plus opportunities for overtime

Great career opportunities growing into roles such as Leading Driver, Inspector, Service Delivery Supervisor and Classroom/Driver Trainer 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

Our benefits including pension, 4 weeks annual holiday (increasing to 5 weeks after 5 years’ service), Bank Holidays (either paid, or accrued as days in lieu), free travel for you and a companion, and a wide range of discounts available through Hapi

What will you be doing?

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

Participating in the Passenger Transport Driver Level 2 Apprenticeship Scheme, delivered by our partner Realise Training, to provide further training, knowledge and support during the first year of your career, including 1-to-1 sessions with your very own Training & Development Officer

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

What do you need to apply?

You need to be at least 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 requirements)

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

Ready to take the driver’s seat?

Click apply now to start your Stagecoach journey today. We can’t wait to welcome you on board!

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.

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.

Location

Stagecoach Hastings Depot Beaufort Road, St. Leonards on Sea, Hastings Sussex TN37 6PL