Trainee Bus Driver at First Bus London

Port Talbot, Wales, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jun, 26

Salary

14.25

Posted On

22 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Driving, People Skills, Flexibility, Shift Work, Rota Adherence, Customer Service, Public Transport Operation, Safety Compliance

Industry

Description

About First Bus: Are you ready to advance your career with one of the UK's leading bus operators? Join a forward-thinking company that embraces cutting-edge bus technology, from innovative mobile apps to environmentally friendly vehicles. We are passionate about delivering passenger journeys that are sustainable, comfortable, and efficient. We are at the forefront of innovation in the industry, connecting communities and shaping the future of public transport. Trainee Bus Driver Port Talbot 38 Hrs p/w. - 5 days per week (Monday – Sunday) (Hours assigned in advance on a shift / Rota basis) No bus experience needed, full training provided. Clear, guaranteed pay progression As you complete training and gain experience, your pay increases automatically £13.83 per hour while training £14.25 per hour once fully qualified These are full-time, permanent roles, with 38 hours per week worked across a range of shift patterns, including mornings, evenings and weekends. Working a mix of shifts can mean weekday days off, and greater flexibility for work life balance. What we need from you: • Proof of your Right to Work in the UK • You must be at least 18 years of age with at least 6 months driving experience • Hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points. • Flexibility to work on a rota / shift basis. (There are a variety of shifts which may consist of early mornings (starting 03.30hrs) / late nights (finishing at 02:00hrs) / weekends.) • Great people skills Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process. Rewards: Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares Enhanced maternity / paternity pay We are always looking for skilled and talented people to join us across our sixty plus depots from Aberdeen to Truro. It takes a dedicated team of specialists and professionals over just about every type of role you can think of to keep us on the road and creating amazing passenger journeys. We’ve embarked on a journey of major transformation – to make sure we put our people and customers first. Our people are the beating heart of First Bus. Without them, there would be no drivers to take customers to where they need to go and no engineers to keep our buses safely on the road. Our transformation programme is designed to reshape our business to meet tomorrow’s travel needs.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility is to operate a bus safely and efficiently, delivering sustainable and comfortable passenger journeys across various shifts. This involves connecting communities while adhering to assigned shift patterns, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends.