We are hiring experienced and Trainee Bus Drivers in Bootle!
As a Bus Driver with Arriva, you will be at the heart of your community! Whether it is getting commuters to work, helping customers with popping to the shops or getting children to school - we provide an important service in connecting our customers to what matters to them. You will get to know the familiar faces on your routes, build relationships and even be the highlight of someone’s day. Did you know that Bus Drivers are one of the most thanked jobs in the UK? We are proud of our customer service and how we support our community - and we would love to have like-minded individuals as part of our team.
Why Join Us?
Competitive Pay Rates
Merseyside Trainees( Bootle, Greenlane, St Helens, Runcorn, Speke, Southport, Birkenhead):
1. Monday to Friday - £14.52 per hour (rising to £17:63 after 12 months)
2. Saturday & Sunday - £18.15 per hour (Rising to £22.04 per hour after 12 months)
3. Bank Holiday - £21.88 (Rising to £26.45 per hour after 12 months)
4. Overtime: Flat rate
Experienced PCV:( Bootle, Greenlane, St Helens, Runcorn, Speke, Southport, Birkenhead)
5. Monday to Friday: £17.63 per hour,
6. Saturday & Sunday: £22.40 per hour
7. Bank Holiday: £26.45 per hour
8. Overtime: Flat rate
Perks:
9. Extra shifts available
10. Ongoing CPC training and paid PCV training if you’re a Trainee
11. Opportunities to progress into management or Driver Training
12. Top drivers can earn a £50 voucher through the Mydrive app
13. Free bus travel for you and household family members
Work Hours:
14. 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, planned up to 6-8 weeks in advance so you can plan around shifts.
15. Mornings starting from 04:00, Afternoons start from 12:00 and Evenings from 18:00 on a rotational basis.
16. We cannot offer fixed early, afternoon or evenings separately.
17. Overtime available at request / availability.
Requirements:
18. Experienced Drivers: Hold a valid PCV license
19. Trainees: No license needed—we provide all training!
20. Have at least 12 months driving experience with no more than 6 points on your licence
21. Pass a drug/alcohol test, flexible for shifts, and customer service oriented.
Join our diverse team and help us bring our community closer together. Apply today to start your journey with Arriva at our Merseyside depots!