Trainee Bus Driver – Taunton | Paid Training & Benefits

First Group; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free bus pass after 6 months

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

Discounts on high street brands

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

First Bus in Taunton is seeking a Trainee Bus Driver. No prior bus driving experience is required and we provide fully paid training to become a qualified driver. You must hold a full UK driving licence and be at least 18 years old.

Background checks will form part of the recruitment process. The role offers guaranteed contracted hours with structured rotas across mornings, evenings and weekends, plus benefits including a pension, holiday entitlement, discounts, and a free bus pass after six

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence (minimum 6 months before application).
• Maximum of 6 penalty points on your licence.
• Minimum age 18 and right to work in the UK.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Flexible approach to shift work and rota-based patterns.

Responsibilities

• Operate local bus services in Taunton and surrounding areas.
• Provide a safe, reliable and friendly passenger journey.
• Follow rota-based schedules including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Penalty points limit

Age 18+

Right to work in the UK

Communication and customer service

Flexible shift work

Job description

First Bus in Taunton is seeking a Trainee Bus Driver. No prior bus driving experience is required and we provide fully paid training to become a qualified driver. You must hold a full UK driving licence and be at least 18 years old.

Background checks will form part of the recruitment process. The role offers guaranteed contracted hours with structured rotas across mornings, evenings and weekends, plus benefits including a pension, holiday entitlement, discounts, and a free bus pass after six