Trainee Bus Driver - Shepherds Bush

First Bus; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training from day one

Overtime opportunities

Company pension

Gym discounts

Cycle to Work

Job summary

First Bus London is seeking a Trainee Bus Driver based at Shepherds Bush Garage, W12 8DA. You\'ll join a busy network of London\'s iconic red buses and support customers with a safe, friendly service as you train.

Our award-winning training programme will equip you with the skills and confidence to drive confidently, with full-time shift work covering early mornings, late evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• No more than 6 penalty points (restrictions apply).
• Unrestricted right to work full-time in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, reliable and friendly service to customers.
• Drive Londons iconic red buses with accountability for passenger safety.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Penalty points limit

Right to work in UK

Job description

Start your bus driving career with one of London's largest bus operators at Shepherds Bush Garage - W12 8DA

First Bus London operates around 900 buses across the capital, helping more than 210 million passengers reach their destinations safely every year.

About the Role

As a Trainee Bus Driver, you'll be at the heart of our operation, providing a safe, reliable, and friendly service to our customers. Through our award-winning training programme, you'll gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to drive London's iconic red buses.

This is a full-time position and includes shift work covering early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Paid training from day one
• Working Rest Day payments and overtime opportunities
• No recruitment costs – we cover your medical assessment, and City & Guilds/BTEC qualification (if required)
• Long-term job security
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Service-related pay increases
• Company pension scheme
• Gym membership discounts
• High street shopping and lifestyle discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme

What You'll Need

• A full UK car driving licence held for at least 12 months
• No more than 6 penalty points (other restrictions apply)
• The unrestricted right to work full-time in the UK

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