Trainee Bus Driver

Trainee Bus Driver – Bridgend £14.07 per hour while training, £14.50 per hour once qualified (£27,795 per year while training, £28,652 per year once qualified)

Join First Bus as a Trainee Bus Driver and start a secure, long‑term career with full training provided from day one. No previous bus driving experience is required; we will support you through your PCV training and help you progress into a fully qualified driving role. This is a permanent, full‑time position offering guaranteed contracted hours and structured rotas. You’ll receive full training, clear progression, and long‑term job security within a well‑established national transport operator.

You’ll earn £14.07 per hour while training, rising to £14.50 per hour once qualified, with the opportunity to increase earnings through overtime and additional shifts where available. You’ll benefit from a permanent, full‑time, 38 hours per week contract with structured rotas planned in advance, full paid training from day one, and clear pay progression as you complete your qualification.

You will be trained to operate local bus services, providing safe, reliable, and professional transport for passengers travelling to work, education, healthcare, and leisure. This is a customer‑facing role where safety, punctuality, and professionalism are essential. You will represent First Bus across your local area, delivering a consistent and dependable service.

• Full UK driving licence held for at least 6 months
• Maximum of 6 penalty points
• Minimum age of 18
• Right to work in the UK
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Flexible approach to shift work

No PCV licence is required, full training is provided.

• 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 advice. 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 First Group shares.

• Enhanced maternity / paternity pay.