Trainee Bus Driver

First Group; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid training

Free bus travel (family)

Discounted train travel

Retail discounts

Health benefits

Structured onboarding

Career progression

Job summary

First Bus in Norwich is seeking Trainee Bus Drivers with no prior experience required. You’ll start with fully paid training over 8 months, earning while you learn, and progress toward PCV/CPC qualifications.

After qualification you’ll operate buses across your local community, contributing to safe, reliable public transport for residents. The program offers flexible shift rosters, a path to progression into team leader, controller or instructor roles, and benefits including free bus travel for

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Complete the 8-month trainee program delivered by industry specialists.
• Gain PCV and CPC qualifications during training.
• After qualification, operate buses across the local community and support safe, reliable transport.

Skills

Positive attitude

People-first mindset

Willingness to learn

Dependable and safety-focused

Job description

TraineeBus Drivers required – No experience needed! Norwich, Norfolk £13.48 per hour - £27, 337 per annum 39 hours - 4 days per week, Monday – Sunday (hoursallocated in advance on a shift / rota basis)

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

Why joinFirst Bus?

AtFirst Bus, we're transforming public transport – starting with our people. With major investments in zero-emission fleets, enhanced tech, and additional routes, now's the ideal time to join a growing business that values teamwork, work-life balance, and community impact. We're proud to offer flexible working, competitive pay, and a place where you'll always feel like part of the team.

The role

We're looking for trainee drivers to help keep Norwich connected. 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 takes place across 8 months,supporting you during the first year in your new role. Training is delivered by industry specialists and our dedicated 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 progress 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
• Dependable and safety-focused
• UK work eligibility

Ready to drive your future forward?

Diversity drives us forward. At First Bus, we're creating teams that reflect the people and places we proudly serve. Applicants are advised that background checks will be carried out as a standard part of our recruitment process.