Trainee Bus Driver

First Bus; Norwich; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid training

Free bus travel for you and family

Discounted rail travel

First Xclusives discounts

Health & wellbeing benefits

Onboarding & mentoring

Career progression

Job summary

First Bus in Norwich invites applications for Trainee Bus Drivers with no prior experience. You will be paid to train for your PCV and CPC, with a 13-month programme and 39-hour weeks across a 5-day rota.

If you hold a UK licence (6+ months) and meet eligibility, you will learn from industry experts, gain a nationally recognised Maths & English qualification if required, and progress into roles such as team leader or instructor as you grow with the company.

Qualifications

• Full UK licence (max 6 points) held for 6+ months.
• Positive attitude and people-first mindset.
• Willingness to learn a new skill.
• Reliable and safety-focused; eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Train for PCV and CPC while employed in the 13‑month programme.
• Safely operate buses across the local community after qualification.

Skills

Full UK licence

People-first mindset

Willingness to learn

Reliability and safety focus

Job description

TraineeBus Drivers required – No experience needed!
Norwich, Norfolk
£13.48 per hour - £27, 337 per annum
39 Hrs - 5 days per week(Monday – Sunday)
(Hours allocated in advance on a shift / Rota basis)

When it comes to being more than a Bus company, we're First.

Why join First Bus?

At First Bus, we're changing the game in public transport – starting with our people. With big investments in zero-emission fleets, better tech, and new routes, now's the perfect time to join a growing business that values teamwork, work-life balance, and community impact. We're proud to offer flexible working, fair pay, and a place where you'll always feel like part of the family.

The role

We're looking for trainee drivers to help keep Norwich moving. If you've had your UK licence for at least 6 months, we'll pay you to train for your PCV and CPC. Once qualified, you'll safely operate buses across your local community and make a real difference in people's daily lives.

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).

What's in it for you?

• Fully paid training
• Free Bus travel for you & your family
• Discounted train travel on various services.
• First Xclusives: 3,000+ retail discounts
• Health support, pension, and wellbeing benefits
• Structured onboarding and mentoring
• Opportunity to grow into team leader, controller or instructor roles

What You'll Need

• Full UK licence (max 6 points), held for 6+ months
• Positive attitude and people-first mindset
• Willingness to learn a new skill
• Reliable and safety-focused
• UK work eligibility

Diversity drives us forward. At First Bus, we're building teams that reflect the people and places we proudly serve.

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