Trainee Bus Driver

First Group; Basildon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to train as Bus Drivers in Basildon. This role offers a unique opportunity for those with no prior experience to embark on a rewarding career in public transport. You'll receive comprehensive training, competitive pay, and a range of attractive perks including free travel for you and your family. Join a team that values diversity and community connection, while shaping the future of sustainable transport. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply now and drive your future forward!

Benefits

Up to 5 weeks holiday

Discount Scheme

Free Travel

Discounted Train Travel

Health and Wellbeing Perks

Free Online GP Access

Investment Opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and hold a full UK driving licence.
• Great people skills and flexibility for shift work.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a comprehensive training program over 13 months.
• Improve customer service skills and gain exposure to incident management.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Flexibility

Driving Skills

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Train to become a Bus Driver - No experience needed!

£14.50 p/h - £28,652 p/a – Rising to £17.00 p/h after 1 years service.

Basildon, Essex

38 Hrs p/w. - 5 days per week (Monday – Sunday)
(Hours assigned in advance on a shift / rota basis)

Who are we?

First Bus, one of the UKs largest bus operators 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.
We are currently recruiting Trainee Bus Drivers (people with no previous experience) to join our fantastic team in Basildon.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Pay: £14.50 p/h - £28,652 p/a – Rising periodically to £17.00 p/h after 1 years service.
• Generous Leave: Up to 5 weeks holiday, in addition to bank holidays.
• Discount Scheme with First Xclusives: Access to over 3,000 offers on popular high street & leisure brands such as ASDA, Specsavers, Costa, B&Q, and more.
• Free Travel: Complimentary bus travel for you and your family on First Bus services.
• Discounted Train Travel: £6 all-day train rides for you and your family on a wide range of railway services, including Great Western Railway, Southwestern Railway, Avanti, and Hull Trains.
• Health and wellbeing perks - Simply health policy offering cash back for everyday health care essentials, for you and all dependents under the age of 24.
• Free 24hr access to an online GP, and an Employee Assistance programme should life become less straightforward.
• Investment Opportunities: Exclusive chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Pension Scheme

Our New Driver Training Programme

Across 13 months you will receive a mix of online and face to face workshops, delivered by industry experts andour specialist training partners. You'll improve your customer service skills, gain exposure to incident management, safeguarding and much more
In addition to gaining a First Bus – level 2 bus driving apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to achieve a nationally recognised qualification in Maths & English (if required).

What we need from you:

• 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.
• You must have lived in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the UK for at least the three years.
• 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

Next Steps:

Apply now!We will be in touch once we receive your application.

We aim to build teams that reflect the truly diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all, as our varied experiences and differences become our collective strength

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