Bus Drivers - Leicestershire

Leicester, England, United Kingdom

11/27/2024

We are hiring experienced and Trainee Bus Drivers in Thurmaston, Coalville, and Hinckley!

As a Bus Driver with Arriva, 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. 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.

Why Join Us?

Competitive Pay Rates

Trainees

Thurmaston: £11.99 - £13.74 per hour (going up to £15.55 after 12 months + enhancements after 6pm and weekends)

Coalville / Hinckley: £11.99 - £13.62 per hour (going up to £14.35 after 12 months + enhancements after 6pm and weekends)

Experienced PCV

Thurmaston: £15.55 - £17.55 per hour + enhancement after 6pm

Coalville / Hinckley: £14.35 - £15.00 per hour +enhancement after 6pm

Perks

• Extra shifts available
• Ongoing CPC training and paid PCV training if you’re a Trainee
• Opportunities to progress into management or Driver Training
• Top drivers can earn a £50 voucher through the Mydrive app
• Free bus travel for you and household family members
  
  

Work Hours

• Rotating shifts, 5 out of 7 days, scheduled in advance
• 1 in 3 weekends off, with a long weekend every six weeks
• Overtime available on request
  
  

Requirements

• Experienced Drivers: Hold a valid PCV license
• Trainees: No license needed—we provide all training!
• Have at least 6 months driving experience with no more than 6 points on your licence
• Pass a drug/alcohol test, flexible for shifts, and customer service oriented.
  
  

Join our diverse team and help us bring our community closer together. Apply today to start your journey with Arriva at our Thurmaston, Coalville, or Hinckley depots!