Bus Driver

Arriva Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Arriva Group as a Bus Driver at our Wakefield depot, with opportunities for both experienced and trainee drivers. Enjoy paid training, competitive pay, and a supportive team environment while helping your community. Flexible shifts and career progression await you!

Benefits

Paid training, including obtaining your PCV license.

Ongoing CPC training and professional development.

Flexible, rotating shifts planned 6-8 weeks in advance.

Free bus travel for you and your family.

Supportive team environment and monthly rewards.

Qualifications

• Over 18 years old with at least 6 months of driving experience.
• Valid UK driving license with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Pass a drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Drive buses and ensure passenger safety.
• Build relationships with passengers and provide excellent service.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Job description

Join to apply for the Bus Driver role at Arriva Group

Start Your Bus Driving Career with Arriva at our Wakefield depot – PCV and Trainee Opportunities Available!

At Arriva, you’ll be at the heart of your community, helping commuters get to work, children to school, and neighbors to the shops. Whether you are an experienced PCV Driver or looking to start a new career as a Trainee Bus Driver, we have a role for you.

Bus Driver Trainee and Experienced

£12.60 - £14.75 per hour

Did you know Bus Drivers are among the most thanked professionals in the UK? As a Bus Driver, you will build relationships with passengers, be a friendly face, and connect communities.

Pay Rates

• Trainee Driver: £12.60 - £14.75 per hour, starting during training and mentoring (~8 weeks), then increasing after probation.
• Fully Qualified PCV Drivers: £13.20 - £14.75 per hour, with pay rates reviewed regularly.

What’s in It for You?

• Paid training, including obtaining your PCV license.
• Ongoing CPC training and professional development.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Flexible, rotating shifts planned 6-8 weeks in advance.
• Free bus travel for you and your family.
• Supportive team environment and monthly rewards.

Shift Patterns

• Rotating shifts planned in advance, starting from early mornings (04:00), afternoons, and evenings.
• Overtime available upon request.

Requirements

• Over 18 years old with at least 6 months of driving experience.
• Valid UK driving license with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Pass a drug and alcohol test.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Hold a full PCV license and CPC if qualified.

Why Join Arriva?

Join a company that values inclusion and diversity, offers paid training, competitive pay, and a supportive environment. Take the wheel of your future—apply today and become part of the Arriva family at our Wakefield depot!