Trainee Bus Driver

Arriva London South Limited; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Free TfL travel for you & one househld

Workplace pension

Arriva Village discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

£50 safety vouchers monthly

Job summary

Arriva London South Limited is offering a trainee bus driver role in London. You’ll receive full, paid training at our driving school and ongoing support as you become a qualified bus driver. The role includes weekend work and a clear progression path with pay milestones.

Starting pay during training is £14.80/hour, rising to £16.01/hour when qualified, with overtime up to £20.01/hour. A strong sense of customer service and reliability helps you grow within a large, supportive team.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18
• UK driving licence for at least 6 months
• No more than 6 penalty points on licence
• Friendly attitude and commitment to great customer service
• Willingness to work weekends and flexible shifts

Skills

Motivation to learn

Positive attitude

Calm under pressure

Customer service

Job description

Start Your Journey as a Trainee Bus Driver with Arriva LondonNo experience? No problem. All you need is the motivation to learn.At Arriva, we believe great bus drivers aren’t born — they’re trained. If you’ve got a positive attitude, a calm approach, and the drive to learn, we’ll give you all the tools you need to succeed.You’ll get full, paid training at our dedicated driving school and ongoing support as you become a fully qualified, confident bus driver. Whether you’re helping Londoners get to work, school, or across the city, you’ll play a key role in keeping the capital moving.Why Choose Arriva?As one of London’s largest and most respected bus operators, we move nearly 300 million passengers a year across more than 50 million miles. With a goal to fully electrify our fleet by 2030, we’re investing in the future — and in people just like you.We’ll Train YouFull Bus Driver Training – we’ll teach you everything, from the basics to the advancedA structured, supportive learning environmentOngoing development after you qualifyAll you need to bring is motivation, reliability, and a willingness to learnYour Pay Package£14.80 per hour while training£16.01 per hour once qualified, with clear milestones to reach higher pay brackets as you progress.Up to £20.01 per hour for overtime and unsociable hoursOvertime paid at 1.25x for:Hours worked after 9pmWeekendsHours beyond your regular shiftsWhat You’ll Get25 days holiday + 8 bank holidaysFree travel on the TfL network for you and one household nomineeWorkplace pensionAccess to Arriva Village – exclusive discounts and offersCycle to Work SchemeMonthly £50 safety reward vouchers for top-performing driversReal career progression opportunitiesA strong sense of community and supportWhat You’ll NeedMinimum age of 18 with a UK driving licence for at least 6 months.No more than 6 penalty points on your licenceA friendly attitude and commitment to great customer serviceWillingness to work weekends and flexible shift patternsMust pass a drug and alcohol test as part of your assessmentShift & Location InfoFull-time: 38 hours per week5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns per week.Morning shifts from 04:00, afternoons from 12:00, evenings from 18:00Schedules planned 6–8 weeks in advanceBased at one of our many garages across London – check our careers site for openingsGet Behind the Wheel of Your New CareerAt Arriva, we value inclusion, community, and growth. We don’t just recruit drivers — we help people build careers. If you’re ready to learn, we’re ready to train you.Apply today and take the first step toward becoming a qualified Bus Driver with Arriva London.