Trainee Bus Driver (including Apprenticeship qualification)

Salary: Hourly rate from £13.25 ph - whilst training. Increasing to £13.75 after training, then rising to £14.25 ph after one years service. Plus extra £1ph for unsociable hours. A 50p ph enhancement for all hours worked over 44 hours per week.
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 Ecclesfield depot, located at Green Lane  

Pay rate during training of £13:50 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks) 

Annual earnings of £ 28,600 following completion of training based on 40 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver 

Shift patterns of 5 days over 7 working a mix of shifts including early/ middle and late  

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 Ecclesfield depot. 

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

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 Ecclesfield depot 

At our Ecclesfield depot, we operate a fleet of 58 buses covering the areas of Sheffield and Barnsley with a team of 155 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 Inspector, Controller, 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, 20 days of annual leave and 8 bank holiday, 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 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 flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends