Qualified Bus Driver

Arriva TrainCare; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Uniform provided

Bus travel discount

Pension scheme

Training & development

Job summary

Arriva TrainCare in Croydon is hiring full-time PCV Bus Drivers to keep communities moving. As a Bus Driver you’ll drive safely on local routes, provide friendly customer service, assist passengers, and perform daily vehicle safety checks.

You’ll join a supportive depot team with competitive pay and overtime, full uniform, travel benefits, pension, and ongoing training. Previous bus/coach experience helps, but reliability and a positive attitude are key.

Qualifications

• Valid UK PCV entitlement or D category license.
• Safe and responsible driving record preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive buses safely on local routes.
• Provide friendly passenger service and information.
• Assist passengers and ensure accessibility where needed.
• Perform daily vehicle safety checks and report defects.
• Maintain a clean and welcoming vehicle environment.

Skills

PCV driving

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Job description

## Qualified Bus DriverApply: Croydon Bus Depot: Full time: Posted Today: JR033137**PCV Bus Driver Jobs | Join the Team at Arriva****Become a Bus Driver and Help Keep Your Community Moving**Looking for a rewarding career where no two days are the same? We are looking for friendly, professional, and reliable PCV Bus Drivers to join the team at Arriva.As a Bus Driver, you will do far more than simply drive from stop to stop. You will be the welcoming face passengers see every day, helping people get to work, school, appointments, and home safely. From regular commuters to first-time passengers, you will play an important part in keeping communities connected.Whether you are an experienced Bus Driver or already hold a PCV licence and are looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.**What You’ll Be Doing**• Driving buses safely and professionally across local routes • Providing excellent customer service to passengers every day • Helping customers with travel information, tickets, and enquiries • Supporting elderly and vulnerable passengers where needed • Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks before starting service • Keeping services running smoothly and on time where possible • Reporting vehicle defects, incidents, or delays accurately • Working closely with depot teams and controllers • Maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for passengers • Following all health, safety, and transport regulations **What We’re Looking For**• A full UK driving licence with Category D / PCV entitlement • A safe and responsible approach to driving • Great communication and people skills • A calm and professional attitude • Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and bank holidays • Reliability and a strong team-focused mindset Previous experience in bus, coach, or passenger transport is helpful, but most importantly we are looking for people who enjoy working with the public and take pride in delivering a great service.Successful candidates will be required to complete a medical assessment and drug & alcohol screening before employment.**Why Join Arriva?** • Competitive pay and overtime opportunities • Full uniform provided • Free or discounted bus travel • Company pension scheme • Ongoing training and career development • Stable, long-term employment with a leading transport operator • Supportive depot teams and a welcoming working environment **Apply Today** If you are searching for Bus Driver jobs, PCV Driver jobs, or transport careers in the UK, apply today and start your next journey with Arriva.