Trainee Bus Driver
Pay Rate: £13.25 - £15.85 per hour
Kickstart your bus driving career with Arriva at our Blyth depot, where you’ll be at the heart of your community! Whether it’s getting commuters to work, helping customers with their shopping, or ensuring children arrive at school safely, you’ll play a vital role in connecting our customers to what matters most.
As a Bus Driver, you’ll get to know the familiar faces on your routes, build relationships, and even become the highlight of someone’s day. Did you know that Bus Drivers are among the most appreciated jobs in the UK?
We take pride in our customer service and community support, and we’re eager to welcome like-minded individuals to our team!
Pay Structure
* Weekdays:
o £13.25 for the first 12 months
o £13.55 between 12-24 months
o £15.40 thereafter
* Weekends:
o £13.70 for the first 12 months
o £14.00 between 12-24 months
o £15.85 thereafter
* Bank Holidays: £30 bonus paid 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: Keep your skills sharp and up-to-date.
* Career Development: Explore opportunities in management, support training, or as an expert driver.
* Inclusive Environment: Work for a diverse company that prioritizes customer care and community responsibility.
* Mydrive App: Compete for a chance to win a £50 voucher monthly for the top 2 Bus Drivers in your area!
Hours of Work and Role
* Rotating shift pattern of 5 days in 7, published 6-8 weeks in advance for easy planning.
* Mornings start from 04:00, Afternoons from 12:00, and Evenings from 18:00 on a rotational basis.
* Overtime available upon request and 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.
* Must pass a drug and alcohol test before assessment.
* English comprehension test required.
* Excellent people skills.
* Flexibility: Shifts may start as early as 4 AM and will not extend beyond 1 AM, depending on your start time.
Benefits
* Fantastic career progression and training opportunities.
* Free staff bus operating around Blyth in the mornings and evenings for early starts and late finishes.
* Access to 'Arriva Village' for store discounts and offers.
* Free bus travel for you and your family (within the same household) or the option to nominate someone else.
* An onsite gym at our Ashington depot.
* Arriva Workplace Pension.
* Enhanced rates of pay.
* Long service awards.
* Access to the Mydrive app and road safety scheme for a chance to earn a £50 voucher monthly for top performance.
At Arriva, we strive for inclusion and diversity. We are a community that brings everyone together, not just our passengers.