Trainee Bus Driver; Apprenticeship qualification

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Sunderland:
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Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR10919
** Salary**£13.00 per hour training rate.
* 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 Sunderland depot, located at Dundas Street, Sunderland.
* Pay rate during training of £13.00 per hour (training will last 6 – 8 weeks)
* Annual earnings of £26,012 following completion of training based on 37 hours per week as a qualified Bus Driver (moving to £30,014 after your first year).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.

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 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 Our recruitment process is simple;

a short application (around 3 – 4 minutes), followed by an interview assessing your experience & behaviours

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

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 Sunderland depot.
** 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 Sunderland depot
** At our Sunderland depot, we operate a fleet of 75 buses covering the areas of Sunderland and surrounding areas with a team of 200+ Drivers.

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, 28 days holiday,…