Trainee Bus Driver

**Trainee Bus Driver** ====================== ### **No Experience Needed – Full Paid Training Provided** **Start Your Journey with Arriva London** ----------------------------------------- Looking for a new career? No experience? No problem. At Arriva London, we believe great bus drivers aren't born—they're trained. If you've got a positive attitude, enjoy working with people and are ready to learn, we'll provide all the training and support you need to become a fully qualified Bus Driver. From day one, you'll receive **fully paid training** at our dedicated driving school, learning from experienced instructors who'll support you every step of the way. Once qualified, you'll play a vital role in keeping London moving—helping people get to work, school, appointments and home safely every day. This isn't just a job—it's the start of a long-term career. **Why Choose Arriva London?** ----------------------------- As one of London's largest and most respected bus operators, we transport nearly **300 million passengers** every year and cover more than **50 million miles** across the capital. We're also investing in the future, with a commitment to operate a fully electric fleet by **2030**. Join us and be part of the next generation of public transport. **We'll Train You** ------------------- You don't need previous bus driving experience—we'll teach you everything you need to succeed. Your training includes: * Fully paid Bus Driver training * Expert tuition at our dedicated driving school * A structured and supportive learning programme * Ongoing development and coaching after you qualify * Support from experienced colleagues throughout your journey All you need to bring is motivation, reliability and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. **Your Pay Package** -------------------- * **£14.80 per hour** during training * **£16.00 per hour** once qualified * Clear pay progression as you build your experience * Earn **up to £20.00 per hour** through overtime and unsociable hours payments ### Overtime is paid at enhanced rates for: * Hours worked after **9:00pm** * Weekend working * Hours worked above your contracted shifts **Benefits** ------------ As an Arriva colleague, you'll enjoy: * Free travel on TfL and Arriva bus services for you and one nominated household member * 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays * Company pension scheme * Access to Arriva Village with exclusive discounts and offers * Cycle to Work scheme * Road Safety Reward Scheme – earn £50 vouchers for safe, high-performance driving * Ongoing CPC training * Career progression into Training, Operations and Management * A supportive team where you'll be valued from day one **Working Pattern** ------------------- * Full-time – **38 hours per week** * Rotating **5 days out of 7** shift pattern * Shifts planned **6–8 weeks in advance** Typical shift start times include: * 🌅 Mornings from **4:00am** * ☀️ Afternoons from **12:00pm** * 🌙 Evenings from **6:00pm** Regular overtime opportunities are available depending on business needs. **Please note:** Fixed shift patterns (such as permanent mornings or evenings) are not available. **What You'll Need** -------------------- To join Arriva London you'll need: * To be **18 years of age or over** * A full UK driving licence held for at least **6 months** * No more than **6 penalty points** * A positive attitude and excellent customer service skills * Flexibility to work weekends and a variety of shift patterns * To successfully pass a drug and alcohol screening as part of the recruitment process **Build a Career That Moves You** --------------------------------- At Arriva, we don't just recruit bus drivers—we develop careers. Many of our instructors, supervisors and operational managers started exactly where you are today. If you're looking for a secure career with great benefits, paid training and opportunities to progress, we'd love to hear from you. **Apply today and take the first step towards becoming a qualified Bus Driver with Arriva London.** ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------