Bus Driver Trainee
Arriva
Bus Driver Trainee
Arriva
Pan-European bus and rail transport operator
Looking for a career change? Want a stable job with great benefits and real career progression?
At Arriva London, we believe great bus drivers are made, not born. If you've got a positive attitude, enjoy working with people and are willing to learn, we'll give you everything you need to become a qualified Bus Driver.
From day one, you'll receive fully paid training at our dedicated driving school, expert support from experienced instructors, and ongoing development once you're out on the road.
Every day you'll help thousands of people get where they need to be—whether that's work, school, hospital appointments or seeing loved ones. You'll be making a real difference while building a secure, long-term career.
As one of London's largest and most respected bus operators, we transport nearly 300 million passengers every year and cover more than 50 million miles across the capital.
We're also investing in the future, with a commitment to operate a fully electric fleet by 2030. Join us and be part of the next generation of public transport.
You don't need previous bus driving experience—we'll teach you everything.
Your training includes:
All you need is the motivation to learn, a positive attitude and the commitment to provide excellent customer service.
Your salary grows as your experience does.
You'll also have the opportunity to earn up to £20.00 per hour through overtime and unsociable hours payments.
When you join Arriva, you'll enjoy a great range of benefits, including:
You'll work a rotating pattern of 5 days on, 2 days off, averaging 38 hours per week.
Shifts are planned 6–8 weeks in advance, giving you plenty of notice to organise your personal life.
Typical shift start times include:
Overtime opportunities are available depending on business needs.
Please note: Fixed shifts (such as permanent mornings or evenings) are not available.
To apply you'll need:
Many of our managers, instructors and operational leaders started their careers as Trainee Bus Drivers.
Whether you're looking for a fresh start, long-term job security or the chance to build a rewarding career, Arriva gives you the training and support to succeed.
Arriva runs bus, rail, and other passenger services across multiple European countries, coordinating operations through a network of local operators. Its products work by managing timetables, routes, maintenance, and customer service to provide organized public transit while pursuing fleet decarbonization. It differentiates itself with a history of cross-border expansion and a pan-European footprint under private ownership, focusing on growth and efficiency. Its goal is to deliver reliable, accessible, and cleaner transportation across 10 European countries while expanding services and reducing emissions.
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