Apprenticeship
Closes in 6 days
Trainee Bus Driver
FirstGroup£27,089
Leeds
Expected closing date: Wednesday, 28 October 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Paid training for PCV and CPC qualifications to become a bus driver.
- Starting salary of £27,089 per annum, with an hourly rate of £14.08.
- 37 hours per week, working 4 days per week.
- Requires a full UK driving licence held for at least 6 months.
- Applications close on 28 October 2026.
About the Role
Paid Training
First Bus is recruiting Trainee Bus Drivers in Leeds. If you've held a full UK driving licence for at least 6 months, we'll pay you to train for your PCV and CPC qualifications. Once qualified, you'll be safely transporting customers across your local community.
What You'll Need
- Full UK driving licence (max 6 points), held 6+ months
- A positive, customer-focused attitude
- Willingness to learn and develop
- Reliable and safety-focused
- Right to work in the UK
- Background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.
Rewards
- Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents (cash back benefits for optical & dental, virtual GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice)
- EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support
- Platform with discounts on high street brands and supermarkets
- Discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service
- Free bus pass
- Free onsite parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares