Trainee Bus Driver

First Bus; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Travel discounts

Free bus pass

Free parking

Cycle to work

Holiday & bank holidays

Pension + shares

Job summary

First Bus in Yeovil is recruiting a Trainee Bus Driver for full‑time, permanent work. You will begin on £14.10 per hour during training, with progression to £15.10 per hour as you qualify.

Expect shifts across mornings, evenings and weekends, with a structured rota and 38 hours per week. No prior experience is required as full training is provided, and you will join a team dedicated to safe, reliable passenger journeys.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK
• 18+ with at least 6 months driving experience
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
• Willingness to work on a rota/shift pattern including early mornings and weekends
• Excellent people skills

Responsibilities

• Work a variety of shifts across mornings, evenings and weekends
• Complete training with guaranteed pay progression
• Follow rota/shift patterns including early starts and late finishes

Skills

People skills

Flexibility

Tools

Full UK driving licence

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 - Yeovil

Salary - £14.10 per hour

Contract - Full Time, Permanent, 38 hours per week - 5 days per week, Monday – Sunday

No experience needed, full training provided.

Looking for a permanent, full-time role? We’re hiring Trainee Bus Drivers to join our Yeovil team. You’ll work a variety of shifts across mornings, evenings and weekends. Shifts are planned in advance, giving you structure and flexibility, including weekday time off.

Clear, guaranteed pay progression

As you complete training and gain experience, your pay increases automatically

• £14.10 per hour while training




• £15.10 per hour once fully qualified

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 ofourrecruitment 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