Trainee Bus Driver

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Salary

Annual earnings in excess of £28,675

Pay rates between £14.14 and £22.29 per hour (pending review) increasing after 1 year

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 Kettering depot

Pay rates between £14.14 and £22.29 per hour (pending pay review) increasing after 1 year

Annual earnings of in excess of £28,675 based on a 39-hour working week without enhancements

Shift patterns of any 5 days out of 7 including weekend working

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 Kettering depot.

No experience driving a bus? No problem! We’ll pay you to train whilst we invest in your training. You’ll gain your PCV licence as part of our Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship, which will equip you with everything you need to not only succeed but flourish on the road. The apprenticeship gives you a structured training programme and an externally recognised qualification, with no impact on your role, pay or hours. 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 held for at least 1 year.

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 Kettering depot

At our Kettering depot, we operate a fleet of 48 buses covering a large area within the North Northamptonshire area with a team of 140 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, 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 Revenue Protection, Leading Driver, Driving 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

Our benefits including pension, 29 days leave, free travel for you and a companion, a wide range of discounts

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 a variety of shifts including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, no two days are the same!

What do you need to apply?

You need to be 18 years old and hold a driving licence for more than 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)

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

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

Kettering Bus Station 10 Northampton Rd Kettering NN15 7JU