Trainee Bus Driver

First Group; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan and wellness

Discounts on high street brands

Train travel discount

Free bus pass

Onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday allowance

Pension & shares

Parental pay

Job summary

FirstGroup in Bristol is seeking a Trainee Bus Driver for Lawrence Hill. No prior bus driving experience is required, as full training and support will be provided to become a qualified Bus Driver. This is a permanent, full-time role with guaranteed contracted hours and planned rotas to offer stability from day one.

You'll start on £14.84 per hour, rising to £17.40 per hour after 12 months. The role covers mornings, evenings and weekends with potential overtime and a clear path to progression

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence held for at least 6 months.
• Maximum of 6 penalty points.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Flexible approach to shift work.

Responsibilities

• Drive buses on Bristol routes ensuring safety and reliability.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist passengers.
• Operate shifts across mornings, evenings and weekends.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Penalty points limit

Minimum age 18

Right to work in UK

Communication skills

Flexible shift work

Job description

Trainee Bus Driver – Lawrence Hill

£14.84 per hour

We're looking for new drivers to join our team in Lawrence Hill. No previous bus driving experience is required, if you have a full UK driving licence, enjoy workingwith people, and have a positive attitude, we'll provide all the training and support you need to become a fully qualified Bus Driver. This is a permanent, full-time position offering guaranteed contracted hours, planned rotas, and a stable career from day one. With opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the business, it's a great opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career with us.

What's in it for you?

You'll start on £14.84 per hour raising to £17.40 per hour once qualified after 12 months. This is a full time permanent role with guaranteed contracted hours and structured rotas planned in advance, giving you more stability and predictability around your working week. You'll work a variety of shifts across mornings, evenings, and weekends, with weekday time off built into the rota and opportunities for overtime to increase earnings where available.

The Role

As a Bus Driver, you'll be at the heart of your local community, operating services across Bristol and the surrounding areas. Every day, you'll help people get to work, education, appointments, shopping, and days out, making a real difference by keeping the city connected. This is a customer-facing role where safety, professionalism, and excellent customer service are at the core of everything you do. You'll take pride in delivering a safe, reliable, and comfortable journey, creating a positive experience for every passenger who steps on board.

You'll work a variety of shifts on a planned rota, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, with your schedule provided in advance so you can plan ahead.

What We're Looking For

• Full UK driving licence held for at least 6 months
• Maximum of 6 penalty points
• Minimum age of 18
• Right to work in the UK
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Flexible approach to shift work

No PCV licence is required, full training is provided.

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
• Enhanced maternity / paternity pay

Background checks will form part of the recruitment process.