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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.\nAs 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?\nWe’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!\nPay Rates:\nTrainee Driver - £15.07 per hour (3 weeks)\nAfter Training (Trainees):\nMonday to Friday - £15.07 per hour (rising to £18.30 after 12 months)\nSaturday & Sunday - £18.84 per hour (Rising to £22.88 per hour after 12 months)\nBank Holiday - £22.60 (Rising to £27.45 per hour after 12 months)\nOvertime: Flat rate\nWhat’s in It for You?\n Trainee Drivers: Full paid training, including obtaining your PCV licence through our Arriva Training School.\nOngoing CPC training for all drivers and professional development opportunities.\nCareer progression into management, support training, or becoming an expert driver.\nFlexible and rotating shifts planned 6-8 weeks in advance.\nFree bus travel for you and your family (or a nominee).\nAccess to the Arriva Village for store discounts and offers.\nFree staff bus and shuttle services to and from work.\nMonthly rewards through the Mydrive app for top-performing drivers.\nShift Patterns:\n5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns, planned up to 6-8 weeks in advance so you can plan around shifts.\nMornings starting from 04:00, Afternoons start from 12:00 and Evenings from 18:00 on a rotational basis.\nWe cannot offer fixed early, afternoon or evenings separately.\nOvertime available at request / availability.\nRequirements:\nBe over 18 years old with at least 12 months of driving experience.\nHold a valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.\nPass a drug and alcohol test.\nGreat customer service and communication skills.\nNo more than 6 penalty points.\nPass a drug and alcohol test.\nDemonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills.\nWhy Join Arriva?\nAt Arriva, we’re not just connecting passengers; we’re creating a community that values inclusion and diversity. 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