Trainee Bus Driver

Job Overview

Trainee Bus Driver – Paid Training Leeds, Hunslet Park, West Yorkshire £13.80 per hour (£26,031 per annum)

Hours:

37 hours per week – 4 days per week (Sunday to Saturday). Hours will be set in advance on a shift/rota basis.

We are recruiting Trainee Bus Drivers in Leeds. If you have held a full UK driving licence for at least six months, we will pay you to train for your PCV and CPC qualifications. Once qualified, you will safely transport customers across your local community.

• Complete paid training to obtain PCV and CPC qualifications.
• Transport passengers safely and reliably according to scheduled routes.
• Maintain good customer‑focused service throughout each shift.
• Adhere to all safety and operational procedures.

• Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 points) held for at least 6 months.
• Positive, customer‑focused attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Reliable, safety‑focused and punctual.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Background checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

• Simply Health & Smart Health for you and dependants at no cost.
• Cash‑back benefits for optical, dental and virtual GP appointments.
• 24/7, 365‑day mental health support and nutrition/fitness advice via EAP.
• Access to discount platform for high‑street brands and supermarkets.
• Discounted train travel for you and family and free bus pass after 6 months service.
• Free onsite parking and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Up to 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays.
• State pension scheme and option to purchase discounted First Group shares.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.