Qualified Bus Driver – Stratford upon Avon
Stagecoach is looking for qualified bus drivers to join our Stratford team.
Are you passionate about showcasing the beauty of Stratford upon Avon to the local community and visitors from around the world? Do you thrive in a role that combines the thrill of driving with engaging passengers and bringing history to life? If so, this is an exciting opportunity for you!
We are seeking enthusiastic and skilled individuals to drive in Stratford upon Avon, covering local town routes, surrounding areas, or the countryside to the Cotswolds, or to take visitors on our Shakespeare open-top tour. You will have the chance to explore this historic town while providing memorable experiences for our passengers.
Typical annual earnings are around £32,500, with pay rates as follows:
* £16.00
* £17.12 on Saturdays
* £17.12 on Sundays
* £18.76 for evening shifts after 21:00
As a bus driver, you will be part of a team of approximately 170 drivers, transporting customers safely and comfortably daily to healthcare, employment, shopping, leisure, and social destinations.
Benefits include:
* Generous pension scheme, 28 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, financial education, and affordable loans
* Discounts on holidays, retail, cinema, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover, hotels, and attractions
* Free travel for you and a companion on our buses
* Guaranteed minimum 39 hours per week, with overtime opportunities
* Job security as a key worker in your community
* UK-wide transfer opportunities
* High-quality training and career development pathways, including promotion to roles such as Lead Driver, Inspector, Controller, Driving Instructor, and management
* Secondment opportunities for special events and head office roles
* Employee assistance program supporting health and wellbeing
* Inclusive and supportive workplace culture
The recruitment process is straightforward—apply online, attend an interview, and visit the depot!
We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, regardless of previous experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, warehouse, or factory roles. The requirements are:
* At least 18 years old with a driving license holding no more than 6 penalty points
* A desire to deliver excellent customer service
* A patient, safe, and courteous driving approach
Our drivers commute from various locations including Birmingham, Coventry, Evesham, Redditch, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, and the West Midlands.
Stagecoach fosters a workplace culture where everyone can be themselves, celebrating diversity and promoting inclusivity. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, religions, beliefs, disabilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientations, and ages.
Location:
Stagecoach Leamington Spa Depot, Poseidon Way, Leamington Spa, Warwick, CV34 6BY
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