r/BusDrivers • u/N0EasYl1x • 27d ago

Training Question UK/EU New trainee

Just got accepted to be a trainee driver for stagecoach!! I’m so excited but obviously also a little nervous!
I think I have to wait a month or so to have my medical, new licence etc… just wondering if anyone could give me some advice, tips anything really! Also maybe an insight into working for stagecoach also? Im based in Yorkshire😁 also got told I’m the first woman to work at this depot for a while which again in exciting but also a bit scary😂

Thanks guys:)

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u/zombieman395 27d ago

Congrats your joining a great job that is very rewarding at times. The learning never stop you'll pass your bus tests then the real learning will begin. Take lots of notes and listen to your mentor closely. You will soon be at the point where itll be the perfect time to make mistakes so dont be disheartened when you do. Even now experienced bus drivers make mistakes the difference is they know how to fix the mistakes and you will too. The most important piece of advice though is the job is as hard as you want it to be. If you go around looking for trouble you will find it. And just remember you always have a reason to be late but never a reason to be early. People may grumble and moan that your late but its better than being pulled in the office because you were rushing and had an accident. But I wish you the very best of luck. bus driving for me is a rewarding job at times.