Trainee Bus Driver

Bus Driver Opportunity at Arriva!

Kickstart your career at Arriva! We're looking for dedicated individuals to join our new team and play a crucial role in the community. You'll play a vital role in commuters' everyday journeys. Explore exciting opportunities at our other garages; check out our careers website for additional locations.

Why Choose Arriva?

Rates of Pay:

• Comprehensive Training:No experience necessary! We offer full training at our dedicated school.

• Competitive Rates:Earn £13.15 per hour during training and £15.40 per hour once qualified with overtime paid at 1.25x standard rate, up to £19.25 per hour!

• Enhanced Hourly Rate:£19.25 (Hours between 21:00 and 05:00), weekends and rest days.

• Career Progression:Grow professionally with ongoing development and support.

• Inclusive Environment:Be part of a diverse company that prioritizes customer satisfaction.

Hours of Work and Role:

• Enhanced hourly rate of 1.25x paid for unsociable hours from 21:00 05:00, Saturdays, Sundays, bank holidays, working rest days & overtime.

• 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, scheduled up to 6-8 weeks in advance for better planning.

• Morning shifts starting from 04:00, Afternoons from 12:00, and Evenings from 18:00 on a rotational basis.

Requirements:

• Minimum age of 18 with at least 6 months of driving experience
• No more than 6 points on your licence
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Mandatory drug and alcohol test during the driving assessment
• Weekend availability based on your rota, with advance notice.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays
• Arriva Workplace Pension
• Fantastic career progression opportunities
• Free travel provided by TfL on the TfL network for yourself and a nominee within the same household.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to the 'Arriva Village' for exclusive store discounts and offers.
• Strong sense of community through events and activities
• Sick pay policy
• Road safety scheme with monthly £50 voucher rewards for top-performing Arriva drivers

Job Type:Full-time
Salary:£15.40 - £19.25 per hour
Expected Hours:38 per week

Experience:

• Driving: 1 year (required)

At Arriva, we champion Inclusion and Diversity, fostering a community that unites everyone not just our passengers.

Apply Now!

Join Arriva's dynamic team, where your commitment to safety and service is valued.

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