Bus Driver Review
at Stagecoach UK
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Driver
Newcastle upon Tyne
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
5 /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
5/5
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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
I work as a bus driver and my role is to drive designated routes on a daily basis taking people from point A to B.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I do like one to one sessions as well as online ones. I learn quite a lot since my apprenticeship started.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
As it is my first role as a bus driver I had to learn everything from the start. I had no bus driving license which means the Stagecoach gave me opportunity to do obtain one and i developed customer service skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
|t's quite organised. Each session we do something different. I have learned many things during the apprenticeship but it has been disrupted by COVID.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer releases me whenever possible.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Whenever I have a question or additional materials to work with I'm provided with it. I am encouraged to push myself to achieve as much as I can.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I feel that the apprenticeship has prepared me for any problems that I may encounter at work. I can follow company procedures and ensure a satisfactory outcome for all.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
We do have a football matches against different depots. We do have Christmas night out.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Stagecoach UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I work with people always willing to help. If I follow the rules, I have a job for life.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Stagecoach UK?
If you would like to work with the public and enjoy driving, go for it.
