Trainee Driver

**Salary**

Replace leavers

**1. Trainee Bus Driver**

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- 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
- Based at our Witney depot, located at Corn Street, Witney, OX28 6BZ
- Pay rate during training of £14.61 per hour (training will last 6 - 8 weeks)
- Annual earnings of £35 064 following completion of training based on 39 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver
- Shift patterns of lates to start.

**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 Witney 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 health and wellbeing.

**Our Witney depot**

At our Witney depot, we operate a fleet of 30 buses covering the areas of Witney, Carterton, Woodstock, Cheltenham and Oxford with a team of 90 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 Inspector, Controller, Instructor alongside leadership and cross functional openings across the UK
- A permanent, stable career in a respected organisation with a great future focussed on sustainable, clean energy vehicles
- Our benefits including pension, 20 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays), free travel for you and a companion and 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
- Driving our fantastic fleet safely, smoothly with confidence
- Making sure every single passenger 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 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 requirement)
- 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?**

**Location**:
Stagecoach Witney Depot Corn St Witney OX28 6BZ