TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Full, paid training to become a qualified bus driver.
- Starting pay of £14.80 per hour, rising to £16.01+ upon qualification.
- 38 hours per week with flexible, rotating shift patterns.
- Based at Arriva garages across London.
- Benefits include free TfL travel, 25 days holiday, and pension.
About the Role
Start Your Journey as a Trainee Bus Driver
No experience is required. Arriva provides full, paid training at their dedicated driving school and ongoing support.
What You'll Do
- Learn to become a fully qualified, confident bus driver.
- Play a key role in keeping London moving by transporting passengers.
We'll Train You
- Full Bus Driver Training, covering basics to advanced skills.
- A structured, supportive learning environment.
- Ongoing development after qualification.
Your Pay Package
- Training Pay: £14.80 per hour.
- Qualified Pay: £16.01 per hour, with opportunities to reach higher pay brackets.
- Overtime & Unsociable Hours: Up to £20.00 per hour.
- Overtime is paid at 1.25x for hours worked after 9 pm, weekends, and beyond regular shifts.
What You'll Get
- 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.
What You'll Need
- 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 great customer service.
- Willingness to work weekends and flexible shift patterns.
- Must pass a drug and alcohol test.
Shift & Location Info
- Hours: 38 hours per week.
- Shifts: 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns.
- Start Times: Morning shifts from 04:00, afternoons from 12:00, evenings from 18:00.
- Scheduling: Schedules planned 6–8 weeks in advance.
- Location: Based at one of Arriva's garages across London.