Trainee Bus Driver: Paid Training & Career Growth

Arriva; London Borough of Hackney; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Free travel on TfL

Workplace pension

Arriva Village discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Safety reward vouchers

Career progression

Community support

Job summary

Arriva London is hiring as a Trainee Bus Driver. Start with full, paid training at our driving school and join a path to becoming a qualified bus driver. A positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn are essential as you help Londoners get to work, school, and beyond.

You’ll train, earn hourly pay during training and after qualification, and have clear milestones for higher pay as you progress. Expect full-time shifts across London garages.

Qualifications

• No experience required; full paid training provided.
• Must be at least 18 years old and hold a UK driving licence for 6 months or more.
• No more than 6 penalty points on your licence.
• Willingness to work weekends and flexible shifts; you will pass a drug/alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Drive buses for London routes and keep passengers safe and informed.
• Deliver a high standard of customer service and help keep London moving.
• Complete the full training program and progress through pay milestones.
• Adhere to company policies and road safety regulations.

Skills

Motivation to learn

Positive attitude

Reliability

Customer service

Willingness to work weekends

Job description

Arriva London is hiring as a Trainee Bus Driver. Start with full, paid training at our driving school and join a path to becoming a qualified bus driver. A positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn are essential as you help Londoners get to work, school, and beyond.

You’ll train, earn hourly pay during training and after qualification, and have clear milestones for higher pay as you progress. Expect full-time shifts across London garages.