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Trainee Bus Driver
Manufacturing Transport Logistics
Company shared salary
13 GBP–18 GBP/mo (153 GBP–214 GBP/yr)
Market rate
1,800 GBP–2,200 GBP/mo (21,600 GBP–26,400 GBP/yr)
Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).
About the Company
Trainee Bus Driver 12.71 - 17.85 per hour Start your bus driving career with Arriva at our Harlow depot, where 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. As a Bus Driver, 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. Pay Rate: 12.71 - 17.85 per hour During Training (the first 4-6 weeks) - 12.71 per hour After Training: Up to 9 months service: 12.71 per hour; Overtime - 13.60 per hour 9+ months service - 16.85 per hour; Overtime - 17.85 per hour What's in it for you Full paid training where you'll receive your PCV licence - you'll go through our Arriva Training School and learn everything you need to know about being a Bus Driver. The training generally last approx. 4 weeks and will take place at our Luton d epot (for the first week) and the remainder at Harlow , before you then work with a mentor for a further few weeks. Overtime opportunities - extra shifts, bank holidays, all paid at a premium rate. Ongoing CPC training. Develop
Requirements
- ● Must be over 18 years of age.
- ● Have UK driving licence and been driving for a minimum of 6 months.
- ● No more than 6 points on your licence.
- ● Will need undergo a drug and alcohol test before your assessment.
- ● Will need to pass an English comprehension test.
- ● Great people skills.
- ● Flexibility as your shifts will start as early as 4AM in the morning but will always work no later than 1AM depending on the time that you start.
Benefits
- ● Access to the 'Arriva Village', where you can take advantage of store discounts and offers.
- ● Employee assistance program.
- ● Free bus travel for you and your family (within the same household).
- ● Arriva Workplace Pension.
- ● Fantastic career progression opportunities.
- ● Long service awards.
- ● Days of holidays plus Bank Holidays
- ● At Arriva we acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of our talent strategy. The creation of a diverse, inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success.
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