Overview
Are you a qualified PCV Bus Driver looking for a rewarding career that connects you to your community? Join Arriva at our Blyth depot, where you'll be an integral part of keeping our community moving. Whether it's getting commuters to work, helping customers with errands, or ensuring children get to school safely, every journey makes a difference.
Qualifications
* Must have a valid PCV Licence – this is a non‑negotiable requirement.
* No more than 6 points on your licence.
* Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test.
* Excellent customer service and people skills.
* Flexibility to work various shifts.
If you don't have a PCV licence yet, apply for our Trainee role and we'll provide paid training to help you get qualified!
What We Offer
Competitive Pay
* Weekdays: £13.55 per hour, rising to £15.40 per hour after six months of service.
* Weekends: £14.00 per hour, rising to £15.85 per hour after six months of service.
* Bank holidays: £30 bonus payment.
* Pay rates are reviewed regularly through frequent negotiations.
* Qualified drivers with at least 2 years bus‑driving experience in the last five years start on £13.55 per hour basic; otherwise the starting rate is £13.25 per hour.
Additional Benefits
* 28 days annual leave rising to 33 days.
* Overtime opportunities.
* Free bus travel for you and your family (within the same household).
* Arriva Workplace Pension.
* Onsite gym at the nearby Ashington depot.
* Ongoing CPC training and career development opportunities.
* Access to the MyDrive app with monthly rewards (£50 vouchers) for top drivers.
* A diverse and inclusive company culture that puts customers first.
Hours of Work
* 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, planned up to 6–8 weeks in advance.
* Mornings starting from 05:00 and evenings finishing around 01:30.
* Overtime available based on request/availability.
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