Join Our Team as a Bus Driver!
Are you ready to kickstart your bus driving career with Arriva at our Blyth depot? Here, you’ll be at the heart of your community, playing a vital role in connecting people to what matters most. Whether it’s helping commuters get to work, assisting customers with their shopping, or safely transporting children to school, you’ll make a real difference every day!
As a Bus Driver, you’ll not only navigate familiar routes but also build relationships with the wonderful faces you see daily. Did you know that bus drivers are among the most appreciated professionals in the UK? Join us and be a part of something special!
Compensation
Pay Rate: £13.25 - £15.85 per hour
* Weekdays: £13.25 (first 12 months), £13.55 (12-24 months), £15.40 (after 24 months)
* Weekends: £13.70 (first 12 months), £14.00 (12-24 months), £15.85 (after 24 months)
* Bank Holidays: £30 bonus per shift
What’s in it for You?
* Full Paid Training: Receive your PCV licence through our Arriva Training School, with approximately 4 weeks of training at our Ashington depot, followed by mentorship.
* Ongoing CPC Training: Stay updated and enhance your skills.
* Career Development: Explore opportunities in management, training support, or become an expert driver.
* Inclusive Environment: Work for a diverse company that prioritizes customer care and community connection.
* Mydrive App: Compete for a chance to win a £50 voucher monthly for the top 2 Bus Drivers in your area!
Working Hours
Enjoy a rotating shift pattern of 5 days in 7, with schedules published 6-8 weeks in advance for easy planning:
* Mornings starting from 04:00
* Afternoons starting from 12:00
* Evenings starting from 18:00
Note: Fixed shifts are not available, but overtime can be requested based on availability.
Requirements
* Must be over 18 years of age
* Minimum of 6 months driving experience
* No more than 6 points on your licence
* Pass a drug and alcohol test before assessment
* Pass an English comprehension test
* Excellent people skills
* Flexibility for early starts (as early as 4AM) and late finishes (no later than 1AM)
Benefits
* Fantastic career progression and training opportunities
* Free staff bus service around Blyth for early and late shifts
* Access to ‘Arriva Village’ for exclusive store discounts and offers
* Free bus travel for you and your family (within the same household)
* Onsite gym at our Ashington depot
* Arriva Workplace Pension
* Enhanced pay rates
* Long service awards
* Rewards through the Mydrive app and road safety scheme
At Arriva, we celebrate inclusion and diversity. Join our community and help us bring everyone together, not just our passengers!