Trainee Bus Driver

Borders Buses (Berwick); Berwick-upon-Tweed; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local bus service provider in Berwick is seeking enthusiastic individuals for a Trainee Bus Driver role. No experience is necessary as comprehensive training, valued at £2,500, will be provided to help candidates obtain their PCV licence. Key responsibilities include safely operating buses on local routes, delivering top-tier customer service, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness. This position offers competitive pay and various perks, including free travel for employees and their partners. Join us and drive your career forward!

Benefits

Paid PCV training at Berwick depot

Free travel on the Borders Buses network

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• Willingness to learn and progress with the company.
• Safety-conscious and reliable behavior is essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate buses across local and regional routes.
• Deliver excellent customer service to all passengers.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentability of the vehicle.
• Adhere to schedules for smooth journey operations.

Skills

Great communication skills

Positive, can-do attitude

Passion for helping people

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

Full UK driving licence (with max 6 penalty points)

Job description

Start Your Journey With Borders Buses – Become a Trainee Bus Driver in Berwick

Are you ready to steer your career in a new direction? We’re looking for friendly, reliable, and safety-conscious individuals to join our team as a Trainee Bus Driver based in Berwick.

No experience? No problem!

We’ll guide and support all trainees through the full process of becoming a qualified bus driver, including paid training up to the value of £2,500* to help you gain your PCV licence.

What You’ll Do:

• Safely operate our buses across local and regional routes
• Deliver excellent customer service to passengers
• Follow schedules to ensure a reliable and smooth journeys
• Keep your vehicle clean, tide and presentable

What We’re Looking For:

• A full UK driving licence (with no more than 6 penalty points)
• Great communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude
• A passion for helping people and working as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and progress with us

What We Offer:

• Paid PCV training at our Berwick depot
• Full training and ongoing support
• Competitive pay and overtime opportunities
• Free travel for you and your partner on the Borders Buses network
• Career progression opportunities within the company

Whether you're looking for a fresh start or a new challenge, this is your chance to join a company that values its people and puts passengers first.

Apply today and drive your future forward!

Borders Buses is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

*Terms and conditions apply