PCV Bus Driver

Arriva-bf47d80e; Ashington; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28–33 days

Free bus travel for you and family

Pension scheme

CPC training

MyDrive rewards

Career development

Shift planning in advance

Job summary

Arriva is hiring a PCV Bus Driver in Ashington to keep our community moving. You will start with a rate of £14.00 per hour, with higher rates for weekdays and weekends as outlined, and a bank holiday bonus per shift.

You will be responsible for safe driving, helping customers, and ensuring children reach school safely. Qualified drivers with 18 months of recent experience start at £16.00 per hour; training is provided for those joining the trainee program.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and people skills.
• Flexible shifts including early mornings and evenings.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate PCV bus safely and on schedule.
• Assist passengers and help with errands and school runs as needed.
• Build rapport with regular customers and provide friendly service.
• Ensure passengers are welcomed and informed about routes and timings.

Skills

Customer service

Flexibility

Team player

Problem solving

Job description

Start Your Career with Arriva as a PCV Bus Driver – Join a Community That Drives the Future!Location: Ashington DepotPay Rate: £14.00 per hour - £16.45 per hourAre you a qualified PCV Bus Driver looking for a rewarding career that connects you to your community? Join Arriva at our Ashington depot, where you’ll be an integral part of keeping our community moving. Whether it’s getting commuters to work, helping customers with errands, or ensuring children get to school safely, every journey makes a difference.As a Bus Driver, you’ll build relationships with familiar faces on your routes and even be the highlight of someone’s day. We take pride in the service we provide and the impact we have on the community, and we’re looking for like-minded individuals to join our team.What We Offer:Pay Rate £14.00 - £16.45 per hourWeekdays £16.00 per hour (must have 18 months experience in the last 5 years)Weekends £16.45 per hour (must have 18 months experience in the last 5 years)Bank Holiday £30 bonus paid per shift*Qualified drivers with at least 18 months bus driving experience in the last 5 years will start on £16.00 p/h basic, otherwise the starting rate will be £14.00 p/h for 6 months. Additional Benefits:28 days annual leave rising to 33 daysOvertime opportunitiesFree bus travel for you and your family (within the same household)Arriva Workplace PensionOngoing CPC training and career development opportunitiesAccess to the MyDrive app with monthly rewards (£50 vouchers) for top driversA diverse and inclusive company culture that puts customers firstHours of Work:5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, planned up to 6-8 weeks in advanceMornings starting from 05:00 and evenings finishing around 01:30Overtime available based on request/availabilityWhat We Need From You:MUST have a valid PCV Licence – This is a non-negotiable requirement.(If you don’t have a PCV licence yet, apply for our Trainee role, and we’ll provide paid training to help you get qualified!)No more than 6 points on your licenceAbility to pass a drug and alcohol testExcellent customer service and people skillsFlexibility as your shifts will start as early as 4AM in the morning but will always work no later than 1AM depending on the time that you start.Why Choose Arriva?At Arriva, we believe in offering fantastic career progression, development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference to the community. Whether you want to move into management, support training, or become an expert driver, there’s a place for you here.We’re more than just a transport company – we’re a diverse and inclusive community, united in providing an essential service to our passengers.Join us and enjoy the rewards of making a positive impact on the lives of those around you.