Bus Driver Review
at Stagecoach UK
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Driver
Barrow-in-Furness
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
4.8 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
To do a walk around check inside & outside of the.bus I will driving to check it is safe to drive. Driving busses, issuing tickets and transporting passengers safely to their destination
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Definitely learnt new skills. I had previously driven a school minibus but hadn’t driven an actual bus.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is very well organised and the more I am learning the more confident I feel
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The employer is fantastic and I feel there are numerous people that are supporting me
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
The training provider is very supportive and there are numerous people I can contact if there’s anything I’m not sure about
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The training is a bonus extra. I know the basics but the training is giving me a better understanding
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Stagecoach UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Right from having my interview I have been made to feel at ease and that I am important
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Stagecoach UK?
Just be yourself and show that you are a sociable, friendly and courteous person
