Trainee Bus Driver

Trainee Bus Drivers required – No experience needed! Norwich, Norfolk £13.48 per hour - £27, 337 per annum 39 hours - 4 days per week, Monday – Sunday (hours allocated in advance on a shift / rota basis)

When it comes to being more than a Bus company, we're First.

AtFirst Bus, we're transforming public transport – starting with our people. With major investments in zero-emission fleets, enhanced tech, and additional routes, now's the ideal time to join a growing business that values teamwork, work-life balance, and community impact. We're proud to offer flexible working, competitive pay, and a place where you'll always feel like part of the team.

We're looking for trainee drivers to help keep Norwich connected. If you've had your UK licence for at least 6 months, we'll pay you to train for your PCV and CPC. Once qualified, you'll safely operate buses across your local community and make a real difference in people's daily lives.

Our new driver training programme takes place across 8 months,supporting you during the first year in your new role. Training is delivered by industry specialists and our dedicated training partners in a variety of interactive sessions. Including customer service skills, incident management, safeguarding and much more! In addition to gaining a First Bus – level 2 bus driving apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to achieve a nationally recognised qualification in Maths & English (if required).

• Fully paid training
• Free Bus travel for you & your family
• Discounted train travel on various services.
• First Xclusives: 3,000+ retail discounts
• Health support, pension, and wellbeing benefits
• Structured onboarding and mentoring
• Opportunity to progress into team leader, controller or instructor roles

• Full UK licence (max 6 points), held for 6+ months
• Positive attitude and people-first mindset
• Willingness to learn a new skill
• Dependable and safety-focused
• UK work eligibility

Diversity drives us forward. At First Bus, we're creating teams that reflect the people and places we proudly serve. Applicants are advised that background checks will be carried out as a standard part of our recruitment process.