Trainee Bus Driver

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-19 Southport Bus Depot Hybrid Manufacturing Transport Logistics

Company shared salary

15 GBP–27 GBP/mo (181 GBP–329 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).

Responsibilities

  • 15.07 - 27.45 per hour
  • Start Your Bus Driving Career with Arriva at our Southport depot- Trainee Opportunities Available
  • At Arriva, you'll be at the heart of your community, helping commuters get to work, children to school, and neighbours to the shops. Whether you're an experienced PCV Driver or looking to start a new career as a Trainee Bus Driver, we have a role for you.
  • As a Bus Driver, you'll build relationships with regular passengers, be a friendly face, and play a vital role in connecting our customers to what matters most. Did you know Bus Drivers are among the most thanked professionals in the UK
  • We're proud of our customer service and the support we provide to the community. If you're a like-minded individual with a passion for people, we'd love to have you on our team
  • Trainee Driver - 15.07 per hour (3 weeks)
  • After Training (Trainees) :
  • Monday to Friday - 15.07 per hour (rising to 18.30 after 12 months)
  • Saturday & Sunday - 18.84 per hour (Rising to 22.88 per hour after 12 months)
  • Bank Holiday - 22.60 (Rising to 27.45 per hour after 12 months)
  • Overtime: Flat rate What's in It for You
  • Trainee Drivers: Full paid training, including obtaining your PCV licence through our Arriva Training School.
  • Ongoing CPC training for all drivers and professional development opportunities.
  • Career progression into management, support training, or becoming an expert driver.
  • Flexible and rotating shifts planned 6-8 weeks in advance.
  • Free bus travel for you and your family (or a nominee).
  • Access to the Arriva Village for store discounts and offers.
  • Free staff bus and shuttle services to and from work.
  • Monthly rewards through the Mydrive app for top-performing drivers. Shift Patterns:
  • out of 7 rotating shift patterns, planned up to 6-8 weeks in advance so you can plan around shifts.