TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Earn £14.80 per hour while training, rising to £16.01+ per hour upon qualification.
- Full bus driver training provided, leading to a qualified driver role.
- Full-time position (38 hours per week) with flexible, rotating shift patterns.
- Based at Arriva garages across London.
- Must be 18+, hold a UK driving licence for 6+ months, and have no more than 6 penalty points.
About the Role
About the Training
No experience is necessary to become a Trainee Bus Driver with Arriva London. If you have the motivation to learn, a positive attitude, and a calm approach, Arriva will provide all the necessary training and support.
- Full Bus Driver Training provided at a dedicated driving school.
- A structured and supportive learning environment.
- Ongoing development opportunities after qualification.
Your Pay Package
- Training Rate: £14.80 per hour.
- Qualified Rate: £16.01 per hour, with opportunities to progress to higher pay brackets.
- Overtime & Unsociable Hours: Up to £20.01 per hour.
- Overtime is paid at 1.25x for hours worked after 9pm, on weekends, and beyond regular shifts.
Benefits
- 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays.
- Free travel on the TfL network for you and one household nominee.
- Workplace pension.
- Access to Arriva Village for exclusive discounts and offers.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Monthly £50 safety reward vouchers for top-performing drivers.
- Real career progression opportunities.
- A strong sense of community and support.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 18.
- UK driving licence held for at least 6 months.
- No more than 6 penalty points on your licence.
- A friendly attitude and commitment to excellent customer service.
- Willingness to work weekends and flexible shift patterns.
- Must pass a drug and alcohol test as part of the assessment.
Shift & Location Information
- Commitment: Full-time, 38 hours per week.
- Shifts: 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns.
- Shift Times: Morning shifts from 04:00, afternoons from 12:00, evenings from 18:00.
- Scheduling: Schedules are planned 6–8 weeks in advance.
- Location: Based at one of Arriva's garages across London.