Salary
Annual earnings of £35 672 following completion of training
1. Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, no experience needed
2. 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.
3. Based at ourBanburydepot,locatedatCANAL St, Banbury, OX16 6BZ
4. Pay rate during training of£12.94per hour(training will last 6 – 8 weeks)
5. Annual earnings of£35 672following completion of trainingbased on39hours per weekas a qualified Bus Driver
6. Shift patternsofvariedshiftsand roster based.
Looking for a job with real purpose? A career that moves you forward?
At Stagecoach, wedon’tjust offer jobs; we offer careers. Our drivers are the heartbeat of our communities, connecting people to work, school, friends, and family. And now,we’relooking formorefriendly, safety-conscious peopleto join our team at ourWitney team.
No experience driving a bus? No problem!We’llpay you to train whilst we invest significantly in your training.You’llgain 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,payor hours.All we ask for is a great attitude to learning,agenuine 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 creatinggreat placesto 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 yourand your family’shealth and wellbeing.
OurBanburydepot
At ourBanburydepot, weoperatea fleet ofDouble Deck and Single Deckbuses covering the areas ofNorthOxfordshirewith a team of65Drivers.
Thisisn’tjust about drivinga bus—it’sabout making a difference every day.You’llbe 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’sgo!
Why choose Stagecoach?
7. We’llcover all your training costs, so you earn while you learn
8. Gain a Level 2 Bus Driver Apprenticeship,with structured training and an externally recognised qualification
9. Competitive hourly rates, plus opportunities for overtime
10. Great careeropportunitiesgrowinginto roles such as Inspector, Controller, Instructor alongside leadership and cross functional openingsacross the UK
11. A permanent, stable career in a respectedmarket leadingorganisation with a great future focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehicles
12. Our benefits including pension,20days holiday,(5 extra days after 5years service) 8 Bank holidaysfree travel for you and a companion, a wide range of discounts
What will you be doing?
13. 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
14. Driving our fantastic fleet safely, smoothly with confidence
15. Making sure every singlecustomerhas a great journey
16. Delivering top-notch customer service, helping people of all ages and backgrounds
17. Creating a welcoming environment where customers feel respected, cared for, and looked after, especially those who rely on us most
18. Working flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends
What do you need to apply?
19. You need to be 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
20. Right to work in the UK (You willneed 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)
21. A patient, safe and courteous approach
22. Being the face of Stagecoach, a positive, friendlyattitudeand a passion for delivering great customer service
23. A willingness to learn and be part of a brilliant team
24. 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. Wecan’twait 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 aretruly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexualorientationor age.We also live by our five values across Stagecoach; Weplan for the future,Wedo the right thing,Weare stronger together,Weare 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 Banbury Depot Canal Street, Banbury Oxon OX16 5AX