Experienced Bus Driver

First Group; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

First Bus is seeking experienced PCV drivers at its Stoke-on-Trent depot. This role involves providing safe and friendly transport services to the community, with benefits like a £1000 sign-on bonus, free family travel, discounts, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

£1000 Sign on bonus

Free travel for you & your family

3,000+ retail discounts

Health support, pension, and wellbeing benefits

Structured onboarding and mentoring

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid PCV licence.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable, and friendly service to customers.
• Act as the face of First Bus to help the community.

Skills

Customer-focused attitude

Reliability

Job description

Experienced Bus Drivers / PCV Licence holders required
Adderley Green
Stoke on Trent
£13.30 p/h - £26,972 p/a, increasing to £14.10 p/h after 6 months + £1000 Sign on Bonus!
38 hrs. per week
Working 5 days between Monday to Sunday on a pre-scheduled shift basis

When it comes to better work life balance – We're First.

Why joinFirst Bus?
At First Bus, we're changing the game in public transport – starting with our people. With big investments in zero-emission fleets, better tech, and new routes, now's the perfect time to join a growing business that values teamwork, work-life balance, and community impact. We're proud to offer flexible working, fair pay, and a place where you'll always feel like part of the family.

The Role
We're looking for experienced PCV drivers to join our Stoke-on-Trent depot. You'll provide safe, reliable, friendly service to our customers, helping them get where they need to be. This is more than just driving – it's about being the face of First Bus and keeping your local community moving.

What's in it for you?
• £1000 Sign on bonus, £500 paid after your first week of training and the second instalment of £500 paid after 6 months in the business*
• Free travel for you & your family
• First Xclusives: 3,000+ retail discounts
• Health support, pension, and wellbeing benefits
• Structured onboarding and mentoring
• Opportunity to grow into team leader, controller or instructor roles

*To qualify licence holders must have a valid PCV

What You'll Need
PCV licence
Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
A positive, customer-focused attitude
Reliability and ability to work independently
Eligibility to work in the UK

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Diversity drives us forward. At First Bus, we're building teams that reflect the people and places we proudly serve.

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.