Trainee Bus Driver

**Start Your Journey as a Trainee Bus Driver with Arriva London** **No experience? No problem. All you need is the motivation to learn.** At Arriva, we believe great bus drivers aren’t born — they’re trained. If you’ve got a positive attitude, a calm approach, and the **drive to learn**, we’ll give you all the tools you need to succeed.   You’ll get **full, paid training** at our dedicated driving school and ongoing support as you become a fully qualified, confident bus driver. Whether you’re helping Londoners get to work, school, or across the city, you’ll play a key role in keeping the capital moving. **Why Choose Arriva?** As one of London’s largest and most respected bus operators, we move nearly **300 million passengers a year** across more than **50 million miles**. With a goal to fully electrify our fleet by 2030, we’re investing in the future — and in people just like you. **We’ll Train You** * **Full Bus Driver Training** – we’ll teach you everything, from the basics to the advanced * A structured, supportive learning environment * Ongoing development after you qualify * All you need to bring is **motivation**, **reliability**, and a **willingness to learn** **Your Pay Package** * **£14.80 per hour** while training * **£16.01 per hour once qualified**, with clear milestones to reach higher pay brackets as you progress. * **Up to £20.01 per hour** for overtime and unsociable hours * Overtime paid at 1.25x for: * Hours worked after 9pm * Weekends * Hours beyond your 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** – 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** with **a UK driving licence 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** as part of your assessment **Shift & Location Info** * Full-time: **38 hours per week** * **5 out of 7** rotating shift patterns per week. * Morning shifts from 04:00, afternoons from 12:00, evenings from 18:00 * Schedules planned **6–8 weeks in advance** * Based at one of our **many garages across London** – check our careers site for openings **Get Behind the Wheel of Your New Career** At Arriva, we value inclusion, community, and growth. We don’t just recruit drivers — we help people build careers. If you’re ready to learn, we’re ready to train you.   **Apply today** and take the first step toward becoming a qualified Bus Driver with Arriva London.