Trainee Bus Driver

Arriva UK Bus Ltd; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values your commitment to safety and service. This role offers comprehensive training, competitive pay, and a chance to grow professionally in a supportive environment. With flexible shift patterns and a focus on community, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring smooth journeys for commuters. Enjoy additional benefits like free travel on the TfL network, a strong sense of community through events, and fantastic career progression opportunities. If you're ready to make a difference and embark on a rewarding career, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays

Arriva Workplace Pension

Free travel on TfL network

Cycle to work scheme

Access to exclusive store discounts

Sick pay policy

Road safety scheme with rewards

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 with at least 6 months of driving experience.
• No more than 6 points on your licence.

Responsibilities

• Play a vital role in commuters' everyday journeys.
• Work rotating shifts with scheduled hours for better planning.

Skills

Driving

Customer Service

Education

None required

Job description

Kickstart your career at Arriva! We're looking for dedicated individuals to join our new team and play a crucial role in the community. You'll play a vital role in commuters' everyday journeys.

Why Choose Arriva?

Rates of Pay:

• Comprehensive Training: No experience necessary! We offer full training at our dedicated school.
• Competitive Rates: Earn £13.15 per hour during training and £15.40 per hour once qualified with overtime paid at 1.25x standard rate, up to £18.75 per hour!
• Enhanced Hourly Rate: £18.75 (Hours between 21:00 and 05:00), weekends and rest days.
• Career Progression: Grow professionally with ongoing development and support.
• Inclusive Environment: Be part of a diverse company that prioritizes customer satisfaction.

Hours of Work and Role:

• 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, scheduled up to 6-8 weeks in advance for better planning.
• Morning shifts starting from 04:00, Afternoons from 12:00, and Evenings from 18:00 on a rotational basis.
• Enhanced hourly rate of 1.25x paid for unsociable hours from 21:00 – 05:00, Saturdays, Sundays, bank holidays, working rest days & overtime.

Requirements:

• Minimum age of 18 with at least 6 months of driving experience.
• No more than 6 points on your licence.
• Mandatory drug and alcohol test during the driving assessment.
• Weekend availability based on your rota, with advance notice.

Additional Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays.
• Arriva Workplace Pension.
• Fantastic career progression opportunities.
• Free travel provided by TfL on the TfL network for yourself and a nominee within the same household.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to the 'Arriva Village' for exclusive store discounts and offers.
• Strong sense of community through events and activities.
• Sick pay policy.
• Road safety scheme with monthly £50 voucher rewards for top-performing Arriva drivers.

Experience:

• Driving: 1 year (required).

Work Location:

At Arriva, we champion Inclusion and Diversity, fostering a community that unites everyone – not just our passengers.

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Join Arriva's dynamic team, where your commitment to safety and service is valued.