Term-Time

Dev; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

First Xclusives discount scheme

Free bus travel for you and family

£6 all-day train travel for family

Free onsite parking

Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

Pension + discounted shares

Job summary

First Bus in Bridgend is hiring trainee and experienced bus drivers to join a dedicated team. You will operate modern, automatic buses, delivering safe and reliable transport for our communities. Training is provided for newcomers, and existing drivers must hold a PCV licence where required.

The role offers 39 hours per week and a pay rate of £12 to £12.96 per hour with overtime and weekend enhancements. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and aim to support wellbeing with a focus on safety

Qualifications

• The minimum age is 18, with at least 6 months' driving experience.
• Don't worry if you've never driven anything bigger than a car before. We provide top-class training on our modern, automatic buses.
• Trainees need a full UK driving licence (with no more than 6 points)
• Experienced drivers require a PCV licence
• All drivers need the flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends

Skills

Patient

Safe driver

People skills

Tools

PCV licence

Job description

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Company Name: Colten Care

Job Description

Trainee & Experienced Bus Drivers

Bridgend

£12 to £12.96 per hour

39 hours, FT

We love welcoming new and experienced Bus Drivers to our team in Bridgend

Join us and you will earn:

£12 per hour, with increased rates for overtime and weekend work

On top of your salary, there are some brilliant benefits. Our package helps your weekly wage go further, while providing long-term financial security.

• First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands such as: Sainsbury's, Asda, B&Q, ODEON cinema
• Free travel on our buses for you and your family
• £6 all-day train travel for you and your family on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti, Trans Pennine Express, Hull Trains
• Free onsite parking
• Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme + chance to buy discounted First Group shares

Info for trainees

The minimum age is 18, with at least 6 months' driving experience. Don't worry if you've never driven anything bigger than a car before. We provide top-class training on our modern, automatic buses.

Bus driving is a rewarding career. You'll be providing a service that customers value and rely on. Getting to work or school. Doctor's appointments. Visiting Nan. Popping to the shops. Heading into town. The journey home. Bus drivers are key workers who keep everyday life moving for local communities.

You'll be out on the road, working on your own initiative. At the same time, you will be part of a close-knit driving team, who look out for each other. Every day brings something different. You'll meet some amazing people along the way.

We'll be there for you, because you're there for us

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strains of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you'll have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

What we’re looking for

If you’re a patient, safe driver with good people skills, you’re the perfect fit for our driving team.

• Trainees need a full UK driving licence (with no more than 6 points)
• Experienced drivers require a PCV licence
• All drivers need the flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends

Welcome to First Bus

Hello. We're one of the country's largest bus operators - and we've launched the driving careers of thousands of people across the UK. You will be joining a forward-looking business at the forefront of bus technology. From mobile apps to carbon-friendly buses, we're leading the way.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.