Trainee Bus Driver: Paid Training + Path to Progress

Arriva Group

Norwood

On-site

GBP 2,066,000 - 2,755,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave
Free TfL travel
Company pension
Employee discounts

Job summary

Arriva London is hiring trainee Bus Drivers to join a leading London operator. No experience required; full paid training provided, with a structured learning programme and ongoing coaching.

You’ll work 38 hours per week on a 5-out-of-7 shift pattern, based at a London garage, with a comprehensive benefits package and clear routes for progression. Training wages start at £14.80/hour, rising to £16.00/hour when qualified, with overtime up to £20/hour.

Qualifications

  • No previous bus driving experience required.
  • Must be at least 18 years old and hold a UK driving licence.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Drive buses safely to transport passengers around London.
  • Provide excellent customer service and assist passengers as needed.
  • Follow schedules and operate on a rotating 5-out-of-7 shift pattern.

Skills

Customer service
Communication
Reliability
Professionalism

Job description

Arriva London is hiring trainee Bus Drivers to join a leading London operator. No experience required; full paid training provided, with a structured learning programme and ongoing coaching.

You’ll work 38 hours per week on a 5-out-of-7 shift pattern, based at a London garage, with a comprehensive benefits package and clear routes for progression. Training wages start at £14.80/hour, rising to £16.00/hour when qualified, with overtime up to £20/hour.

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