Trainee Bus Driver - Paid Training, Guaranteed Hours

First Group; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Smart Health for you and dependents

Discount platform

Discounted train travel for you and 6+

Free bus pass

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

FirstGroup shares discount

Job summary

First Bus in Carmarthen is recruiting for a Trainee Bus Driver. You don’t need prior bus driving experience—full UK driving licence and a positive attitude are enough to start. We provide fully paid training to become a qualified professional driver, with job security and a clear progression path.

You’ll operate local services across Carmarthen in a customer-facing role where safety and reliability matter. Shifts are rota-based, with early mornings, evenings and weekends, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence held for at least 6 months.
• Maximum of 6 penalty points.
• Minimum age of 21.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Flexible approach to shift work.

Responsibilities

• Operate local bus services across Carmarthen and surrounding areas, ensuring safe and reliable journeys.
• Deliver a professional, customer‑facing service while keeping passengers informed.
• Work rota-based shifts including mornings, evenings, and weekends with schedules provided in advance.

Skills

Driving licence

Communication

Customer service

Shift work flexibility

Job description

First Bus in Carmarthen is recruiting for a Trainee Bus Driver. You don’t need prior bus driving experience—full UK driving licence and a positive attitude are enough to start. We provide fully paid training to become a qualified professional driver, with job security and a clear progression path.

You’ll operate local services across Carmarthen in a customer-facing role where safety and reliability matter. Shifts are rota-based, with early mornings, evenings and weekends, and opportunities for