Bus Drivers - Leicestershire

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Bus Driver, where you will play a vital role in your community! Whether you're an experienced driver or a trainee, you'll enjoy competitive pay, flexible shifts, and the opportunity to progress in your career. With a focus on customer service, you'll connect with familiar faces and make a positive impact on their daily lives. Enjoy perks like free bus travel for you and your family, ongoing training, and the chance to earn bonuses. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be a part of something meaningful!

Benefits

Free bus travel for you and household family members

Competitive pay rates

Opportunities for management progression

Ongoing CPC training

Paid PCV training for Trainees

Extra shifts available

Long weekends every six weeks

£50 voucher for top drivers

Qualifications

• No license needed for Trainees; we provide all training!
• Must pass drug/alcohol test and have customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Transporting customers safely and efficiently in the community.
• Building relationships with passengers and providing excellent service.

Skills

Customer Service

Driving Experience

Flexibility

Education

PCV License

Driving Experience (6 months)

Job description

We are hiring experienced and Trainee Bus Drivers in Thurmaston, Coalville, and Hinckley!

As a Bus Driver with Arriva, you will be at the heart of your community! Whether it is getting commuters to work, helping customers with popping to the shops or getting children to school - we provide an important service in connecting our customers to what matters to them. You will get to know the familiar faces on your routes, build relationships and even be the highlight of someone’s day. Did you know that Bus Drivers are one of the most thanked jobs in the UK? We are proud of our customer service and how we support our community - and we would love to have like-minded individuals as part of our team.

Why Join Us?

Competitive Pay Rates

Trainees:

Thurmaston: £11.99 - £13.74 per hour (going up to £15.55 after 12 months + enhancements after 6pm and weekends)

Coalville / Hinckley: £11.99 - £13.62 per hour (going up to £14.35 after 12 months + enhancements after 6pm and weekends)

Experienced PCV:

Thurmaston: £15.55 - £17.55 per hour + enhancement after 6pm

Extra shifts available

Ongoing CPC training and paid PCV training if you’re a Trainee

Opportunities to progress into management or Driver Training

Top drivers can earn a £50 voucher through the Mydrive app

Free bus travel for you and household family members

Work Hours:

Rotating shifts, 5 out of 7 days, scheduled in advance

1 in 3 weekends off, with a long weekend every six weeks

Overtime available on request

Requirements:

Experienced Drivers: Hold a valid PCV license

Trainees: No license needed—we provide all training!

Have at least 6 months driving experience with no more than 6 points on your licence

Pass a drug/alcohol test, flexible for shifts, and customer service oriented.

Join our diverse team and help us bring our community closer together. Apply today to start your journey with Arriva at our Thurmaston, Coalville, or Hinckley depots!