TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Start your bus driving career with paid training and earn between £12.71 - £17.87 per hour.
- Receive full training, including your PCV licence, and ongoing development opportunities.
- Work a flexible 5-on-7-off rotating shift pattern with overtime available.
- Must be over 18, have 6 months driving experience, and a clean licence.
About the Role
Start your bus driving career with Arriva at our Tunbridge Wells depot.
Pay Rates
- During Training (4-6 weeks): £12.71 per hour
- After Training (first 9 months):
- Monday to Friday: £12.71 per hour
- Weekends and Overtime: £12.71 per hour
- After 9 Months:
- Monday to Friday: £16.85 per hour
- Weekends and Overtime: £17.87 per hour
Pay rates are reviewed via frequent negotiations.
What’s in it for you?
- Full paid training: Includes obtaining your PCV licence through the Arriva Training School (approx. 4 weeks at Northfleet depot), followed by a few weeks with a mentor.
- Ongoing CPC training.
- Development and career opportunities: Progress into management, support training, or become an expert driver.
- Overtime opportunities: Extra shifts and bank holidays paid at a premium rate.
- Rewards: Access to the Mydrive app with a chance to win a £50 voucher monthly for top drivers.
Hours of Work
- 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, planned 6-8 weeks in advance.
- Shifts include mornings (from 04:00), afternoons (from 12:00), and evenings (from 18:00) on a rotational basis.
- Fixed shifts (early, afternoon, or evening) are not available.
- Overtime is available upon request and subject to availability.
Requirements
- Over 18 years of age.
- Minimum of 6 months driving experience.
- No more than 6 points on your licence.
- Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test.
- Great people and customer service skills.
- Flexibility to work shifts.
Benefits
- Fantastic career progression and training opportunities.
- Free staff bus service (around Leicester) for early starts and late finishes.
- Shuttle service from the depot to town.
- Access to 'Arriva Village' for store discounts and offers.
- Free bus travel for you and your family (or a nominated person).
- Arriva Workplace Pension.
- Long service awards.