Bus Driver

Arriva UK Bus Ltd; Grays; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading public transport company in England is looking for qualified Bus Drivers. You will play a vital role in keeping London moving and supporting its communities. With competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and a wide range of perks, this is your chance to join an esteemed team that is focused on a greener future.

Benefits

Free travel on TfL and Arriva Bus services

25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Road Safety Scheme – earn £50 vouchers for safe driving

Ongoing CPC training

Career development into training, operations, or management roles

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or over, with a valid PCV licence.
• No more than 6 points on license, and able to pass a drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Drive buses and transport passengers safely.
• Provide great customer service and people skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts across the week.

Skills

Customer Service

Flexibility

People Skills

Education

Valid PCV Licence

Job description

Qualified Bus Driver with category D Licence

£16.26 – £20.82 per hour + Benefits

Drive your career forward with Arriva London.

We’re hiring qualified PCV Bus Drivers across our London garages— and this is your chance to be part of something bigger. Join a team that helps keep London moving, connects communities, and supports a greener future.

Why Arriva London?

Whether you’re getting commuters to work, guiding tourists across London’s landmarks, or making sure students arrive safely, you’ll play a vital role in the daily rhythm of our capital.

As one of London’s largest and most respected bus operators, we transport nearly 300 million passengers a year and cover more than 50 million miles. With a clear goal to fully electrify our fleet by 2030, there’s never been a better time to join us.

Pay & Overtime

Base Pay (per hour):

Additional Notes:

• If you’ve held a PCV licence and worked in the role for 12+ months within the last 4 years, you'll start on the 12–24 month rate.
• Pay is based on a sign-on to sign-off structure.
  

Overtime is paid for:

• Hours worked after 9:00 PM
• Any hours worked beyond your contracted hours
• Free travel on TfL and Arriva Bus services (for you and one household nominee)
• 25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Road Safety Scheme – earn £50 vouchers for safe, high-performance driving
• Ongoing CPC training
• Career development into training, operations, or management roles
• Cycle to work scheme

Working Patterns

• 5 days on / 2 days off per week on a rotating shift pattern.
• Shifts planned 6–8 weeks in advance
• Typical start times:
  • Mornings from 04:00
  • Afternoons from 12:00
  • Evenings from 18:00
• Note: Fixed shift patterns (e.g., only mornings or only evenings) are not available

What You’ll Need

• Valid PCV licence
• Aged 18 or over
• No more than 6 points on your licence
• Able to pass a drug and alcohol test
• Great customer service and people skills
• Flexibility to work various shifts

Not a Qualified Bus Driver Yet?

Interested in becoming a bus driver but don’t yet have a PCV licence?
Visit our Careers Page to explore trainee opportunities and learn how we can support you through our fully-paid training programme.