Trainee Bus Driver - Speke

Arriva Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,760 - 37,815; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full paid training

Free bus travel for you and your family

Access to store discounts

Monthly rewards for top performers

Job summary

Arriva Group is seeking Trainee Bus Drivers for their Speke depot in Liverpool. You will be at the heart of your community, helping with daily commutes and school runs.

This position offers full paid training to obtain a PCV licence, ongoing CPC training, and flexible shifts planned weeks in advance. With enhanced pay rates and a supportive team environment, it's a great opportunity to start your career.

Qualifications

• Be over 18 years old with at least 12 months of driving experience.
• Hold a valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Pass a drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with regular passengers and provide a friendly face.
• Ensure safe and timely transport, keeping passengers informed and comfortable.
• Execute shift patterns responsibly, including handling overtime when required.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Communication skills

Driving experience

Job description

£15.07 - £27.45 per hour

Start Your Bus Driving Career with Arriva at our Speke depot – Trainee Opportunities Available! At Arriva, you’ll be at the heart of your community, helping commuters get to work, children to school, and neighbours to the shops. Whether you’re an experienced PCV Driver or looking to start a new career as a Trainee Bus Driver, we have a role for you.

Pay Rates

Trainee Driver – £15.07 per hour (3 weeks)

• Monday to Friday – £15.07 per hour (rising to £18.30 after 12 months)
• Saturday & Sunday – £18.84 per hour (Rising to £22.88 per hour after 12 months)
• Bank Holiday – £22.60 (Rising to £27.45 per hour after 12 months)
• Overtime – Flat rate

What’s in It for You?

• Full paid training including obtaining a PCV licence through our Arriva Training School.
• Ongoing CPC training for all drivers and professional development opportunities.
• Career progression into management, support training, or becoming an expert driver.
• Flexible and rotating shifts planned 6–8 weeks in advance.
• Free bus travel for you and your family (or a nominee).
• Access to the Arriva Village for store discounts and offers.
• Free staff bus and shuttle services to and from work.
• Monthly rewards through the Mydrive app for top‑performing drivers.

Shift Patterns

• 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, planned 6–8 weeks in advance.
• Mornings starting from 04:00, afternoons from 12:00 and evenings from 18:00 on a rotational basis.
• No fixed early, afternoon or evening shifts separately.
• Overtime available at request / availability.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with regular passengers and provide a friendly face.
• Ensure safe and timely transport, keeping passengers informed and comfortable.
• Execute shift patterns responsibly, including handling overtime when required.

Requirements

• Be over 18 years old with at least 12 months of driving experience.
• Hold a valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Pass a drug and alcohol test.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Why Join Arriva?

At Arriva, we’re not just connecting passengers; we’re creating a community that values inclusion and diversity. Whether you’re an experienced driver or starting your journey as a trainee, you’ll enjoy paid training, enhanced pay rates, and a supportive team environment where you can thrive.

Take the wheel of your future – apply today and become part of the Arriva family at our Speke depot!