TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Start your bus driving career with paid training and earn between £12.71 - £17.85 per hour.
- Receive your PCV licence through full paid training, with opportunities for overtime and career progression.
- Work a rotating shift pattern (5 days in 7) with flexible start times.
- Must hold a UK driving licence for at least 6 months and be over 18.
About the Role
Start your bus driving career with Arriva at our Harlow depot!
Pay Rate
- During Training (first 4-6 weeks): £12.71 per hour
- **After Training:
- Up to 9 months service:** £12.71 per hour (Overtime: £13.60 per hour)
- 9+ months service: £16.85 per hour (Overtime: £17.85 per hour)
What's in it for you?
- Full paid training: Receive your PCV licence through Arriva Training School. Training lasts approximately 4 weeks (1 week in Luton, remainder in Harlow), followed by a few weeks with a mentor.
- Overtime opportunities: Extra shifts and bank holidays paid at a premium rate.
- Ongoing CPC training.
- Development and career opportunities: Progress into management, support training, or become an expert driver.
- Inclusive and diverse company.
Hours of Work (once qualified)
- Rotating shift pattern: 5 days in 7, published 6-8 weeks in advance.
- Shift times: Mornings from 04:00, Afternoons from 12:00, and Evenings from 18:00 on a rotational basis. Fixed shifts are not available.
- Overtime available.
Requirements
- Over 18 years of age.
- UK driving licence held for a minimum of 6 months.
- No more than 6 points on your licence.
- Must pass a drug and alcohol test before assessment.
- Must pass an English comprehension test.
- Great people skills.
- Flexibility with shifts, which can start as early as 4 AM and end no later than 1 AM.
Benefits
- Access to 'Arriva Village' for store discounts and offers.
- Employee assistance program.
- Free bus travel for you and your family.
- Arriva Workplace Pension.
- Fantastic career progression opportunities.
- Long service awards.
- 20 days of holidays plus Bank Holidays.