Experienced Bus Driver

First Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Simply Health & Smart Health

Discounts on high street brands

Discounted train travel for you and/or

Free bus pass

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

First Bus in Leeds, Bramley is hiring an Experienced Bus Driver on a permanent, full-time basis. This role offers 37 hours per week across a 4-day rota, with shifts including early mornings, late nights, and weekends. You will drive a valued local service with community impact.

Candidates must hold a valid PCV licence for 2+ years, have Right to Work in the UK, be 18 or older, and possess a UK licence with ≤6 points. Excellent people skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid PCV licence for 2 years or more.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Willing to work a rotation including early mornings and weekends.
• Excellent people skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate a full-time route with consistent hours.

Skills

PCV licence

Right to work

Age 18+

UK driving licence

Shift flexibility

People skills

Job description

About First Bus:

Are you ready to advance your career with one of the UK's leading bus operators? Join a forward-thinking company that embraces cutting-edge bus technology, from innovative mobile apps to environmentally friendly vehicles. We are passionate about delivering passenger journeys that are sustainable, comfortable, and efficient. We are at the forefront of innovation in the industry, connecting communities and shaping the future of public transport.

Job Title - Experienced Bus Driver

Location - Leeds, Bramley

Salary - £16.66 per hour

Contract – Full Time, Permanent 37 hours per week - 4 days per week, Monday – Sunday

Already PCV qualified?

We’re looking for experienced Bus Drivers to join our Leeds, Bramley team. This is a permanent, full-time role with consistent hours, structured shifts, and the opportunity to be part of a vital local service. Shifts are planned in advance and include a mix of early, late and weekend working, giving you variety and weekday flexibility.

What we need from you:

• Hold a valid PCV licence for 2 years or more
• Proof of your Right to Work in the UK
• You must be at least 18 years of age
• Hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Flexibility to work on a rota / shift basis. (There are a variety of shifts which may consist of early mornings (starting 03.30hrs) / late nights (finishing at 02:00hrs) / weekends.)
• Great people skills

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part ofourrecruitment process.

Rewards:

• Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support
• We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc
• Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass
• Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme
• Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares