Trainee Bus Driver

First Bus; Halifax; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Discount platform

Free bus pass

Cycle to work

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Enhanced parental pay

Job summary

First Bus in Halifax is recruiting Trainee Bus Drivers on a paid training scheme. If you hold a UK driving licence for at least 6 months, you’ll be paid to train for your PCV and CPC qualifications and then transport passengers across your local community.

The 13-month training programme is led by industry experts, includes customer service, safeguarding and more, with a First Bus level 2 bus driving apprenticeship and a possible maths/English qualification.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence for at least 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Safely transporting customers across your local community.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Job description

About First Bus:

Are you ready to advance your career with one of the UK's leading bus operators? Join a forward-thinking company that embraces cutting-edge bus technology, from innovative mobile apps to environmentally friendly vehicles. We are 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.

Trainee Bus Driver – Paid Training

Halifax
£13.45 per hour
Hours:36 Hrs p.w. - 5 days per week (Sunday to Saturday)
(Hours assigned in advance on a shift / rota basis)

New Career. New Direction.

Looking for a new career? Whether you're changing careers, returning to work, or starting something completely new — First Bus could be your next step forward. At First Bus, we're more than a bus company. We're a place where people build long-term, secure careers — with paid training, strong benefits and real opportunities to progress.

The Role

We're recruiting Trainee Bus Drivers in Halifax. If you've held a full UK driving licence for at least 6 months, we'll pay you to train for your PCV and CPC qualifications. Once qualified, you'll be safely transporting customers across your local community.

Our New Driver Training Programme

Our new driver training programme takes places across 13 months, supporting you during the first year in your new role. Training is delivered by industry experts and our specialist training partners in a variety of interactive sessions. Including customer service skills, 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).

Rewards:

• Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support

• We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc

• Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass

• Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme

• Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares

• Enhanced maternity / paternity pay