Trainee Bus Driver

Location
Leeds - Hunslet Park
Workplace
On-site
Employment
Full-time

About this role

About First Bus:

Are you ready to advance your career with one of the UK's leading bus operators? Join a forward-thinking company that embraces cutting-edge bus technology, from innovative mobile apps to environmentally friendly vehicles. We are passionate about delivering passenger journeys that are sustainable, comfortable, and efficient. We are at the forefront of innovation in the industry, connecting communities and shaping the future of public transport.

Trainee Bus Driver – Paid Training

Leeds Hunslet Park, West Yorkshire
£14.08 per hour (£27,089 per annum)
Hours: 37 hours per week - 4 days per week (Sunday to Saturday)
(Hours assigned in advance on a shift / rota basis)


The role


We're recruiting Trainee Bus Drivers in Leeds. If you've held a full UK driving licence for at least 6 months, we'll pay you to train for your PCV and CPC qualifications. Once qualified, you'll be safely transporting customers across your local community.


What You'll Need

  • Full UK driving licence (max 6 points), held 6+ months
  • A positive, customer-focused attitude
  • Willingness to learn and develop
  • Reliable and safety-focused
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.

Rewards:

  • 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 advise. 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 FirstGroup shares

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Benefits
  • Optical Benefits
  • Virtual GP Appointments
  • Mental Health Support
  • Nutrition and Fitness Advice
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounts on High Street Brands and Supermarkets
  • Discounted Train Travel
  • Free Bus Pass
  • Free On-Site Parking
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Up to Five Weeks of Holiday Plus Bank Holidays
  • Pension Scheme
  • Discounted FirstGroup Shares