Trainee Bus Driver

First Group; Stubbington; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Discount platform

Discounted travel

Free bus pass

Free parking

Cycle to work

Holidays + bank holidays

Pension & shares

Job summary

First Bus in Fareham, UK is seeking a Trainee Bus Driver to join a full-time, permanent team. The role offers 38 hours per week across a rota including mornings, evenings and weekends, with no prior bus experience needed as full training is provided.

You must be 18+, have a valid UK licence with no more than 6 points, and be able to show Right to Work in the UK. Great people skills are essential to deliver excellent passenger experiences.

Qualifications

• Proof of Right to Work in the UK.
• Must be at least 18 with 6 months driving experience.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Flexible to work on a rota/shift basis.
• Excellent people skills.

Responsibilities

• Full training provided—no bus experience required.
• Work across a rota with shifts including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Skills

People skills

Flexibility

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.

Job Title - Trainee Bus Driver

Location - Fareham, Hoeford

Salary - £13.78 per hour

Contract - Full Time, Permanent, 38 Hrs p/w. - 5 days per week (Monday – Sunday)

(Hours assigned in advance on a shift / Rota basis)

No bus experience needed, full training provided.

These are full-time, permanent roles, with 38 hours per week worked across a range of shift patterns, including mornings, evenings and weekends. Working a mix of shifts can mean weekday days off, and greater flexibility for work life balance.

What we need from you:

• Proof of your Right to Work in the UK
• You must be at least 18 years of age with at least 6 months driving experience
• Hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Flexibility to work on a rota / shift basis. (There are a variety of shifts which may consist of early mornings (starting 03.30hrs) / late nights (finishing at 02:00hrs) / weekends.)
• Great people skills

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

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