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Trainee Driver - Hourly

stagecoach272 open roles

Pay
£34,112 a year
Where
Carlisle
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12.8% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. stagecoach postings stay open a median of 11 days.

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  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 58.4%60 days
This job: posted 16 days ago

stagecoach median: 11 days open

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Salary

£16.00 per hour

Once qualified £16.00 per hour (£656 per week) with typical annualised earnings of £34,112 based on an average of 41 hours per week

  • Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, no experience needed
  • Based at our Carlisle depot, located at Willowholme
  • Pay rate during training of £14.80 per hour (training will last 6 – 10 weeks)
  • Annual earnings of £34,112 following completion of training based on 41 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver
  • Shift patterns of 5 days over 7

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 Kendal depot.

No experience driving a bus? No problem! We’ll pay you to train whilst we invest significantly in your training. 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 Carlisle depot

At our Carlisle depot, we operate a fleet of 65 buses covering the Carlisle area, Northern Cumbria, The Lakes, Southern Scotland and Newcastle with a team of 175 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
  • Competitive hourly rates, plus opportunities for overtime
  • Great career opportunities growing into roles such as Leading Drivers, CPC Trainers and Instructors 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, 28 days holiday (inc bank holidays), 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
  • 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 over 18 years old have one year recent driving experience 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 part of DVLA requirement)
  • 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 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 Carlisle Depot Willowholme Industrial Estate, Willow Holme Road, Willowholme Carlisle CA2 5RT

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