Overview
Start your bus driving career with Arriva at our Stockton depot. You will be at the heart of your community, helping commuters travel to work, supporting customers with shopping, and helping children get to school. You will get to know the familiar faces on your routes, build relationships, and be a positive part of someone’s day.
Responsibilities
* Complete full paid training to obtain your PCV licence at Arriva Training School (approximately 4 weeks) at the Stockton depot, followed by a mentoring period.
* Drive passengers as a Bus Driver, ensuring safe and timely transport for customers.
* Support on-route customer service and uphold company values to put customers at the heart of what we do.
* Utilise the Mydrive app and participate in rewards programs where applicable.
* Adhere to shift patterns which may start as early as 04:00 and finish no later than 01:00, with a rotating pattern published 6–8 weeks in advance.
Qualifications
* Must be over 18 years of age.
* Have been driving for a minimum of 6 months.
* No more than 6 points on your licence.
* Will need to undergo a drug and alcohol test before your assessment.
* Will need to pass an English comprehension test.
* Excellent people skills.
Requirements & Benefits
* Full paid training including PCV licence with Arriva Training School; training lasts about 4 weeks at the Stockton depot, followed by a mentorship period.
* Ongoing CPC training.
* 28 days annual leave rising to 33 days.
* Development and career opportunities in management, support training, or as an expert driver.
* Inclusive and diverse company culture focused on serving customers.
* Access to the Mydrive app with monthly rewards for top drivers.
* Pay rates and progression: Weekdays £12.60 first 6 months, £12.65 (6–18 months), then £15.00; Weekends £12.90 first 6 months, £13.30 (6–18 months), then £15.30; Bank Holiday £40 bonus per shift.
* Rotating shifts and early morning to late evening coverage with advance scheduling.
* Overtime available on request/availability.
* Free staff bus service to and from the Stockton area in mornings and evenings; shuttle to Town Centre bus station.
* Arriva Village discounts, staff travel for you and your family (within the same household) and pension provision.
* Enhanced pay rates and long service awards.
* Road safety rewards via Mydrive app.
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