There’s much more to a career at First Bus 

Our First Bus benefits are more than just a list – they are a link between the working and home lives of our people. As we move forward with our transformation programme, our benefits are evolving, as caring for our people is essential in an ever changing world. 

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Work and benefits in balance

Working with us means we want our benefits to wrap round our working day with the world outside of work. That means that we care for the needs and wants of over 12,800 First Bus people, covering a wide range of circumstances and lifestyles. It’s the story behind the benefit that matters to us, and we are always listening to what out teams say to us and adapt how we offer support at the right times, and with the right benefit.

First Bus Xclusives

In our benefits list below you’ll see the things we have and can offer right now – though we have plans to add more to match people, benefits, and planet.  For instance, we provide a fully funded, free of charge Simplyhealth policy for everyone in First Bus, which offers cash back for everyday health care essentials, not only to our people, but to all dependents under the age of 24. We also offer free 24hr access to an online GP, so you can get the care you need, when you need it. We also have a broad range of discounts available through gyms, stores, and online retailers to help make the cost of living more affordable. And it’s not just aimed at people. We want what we offer to have social impact too – so our Cycle to Work isn’t just about providing a discount on a bike - the scheme promotes mobility, health, and wellbeing as well as tying in with our sustainability principles.

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Benefits that work for everyone 

We are also transforming our working environments too. This includes Diversity and Inclusion training and initiatives for all, wellbeing programmes, and creating opportunities for people to get on. We care about wellbeing at work and home – which is why we are always looking at how our people can be supported, like training 250 Mental Health First Aiders, and rolling out Mental Health Champion training for every one of our line managers. 

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Benefits come in many forms – here are some of ours but keep checking as they change to meet the needs of all our people.

  • Competitive benchmarked salaries
  • A travel pass, allowing you free travel on First Bus services
  • Employee Assistance Scheme
  • 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays
  • Simplyhealth and Smart Health – offering you financial contributions towards healthcare, dental and optical costs
  • Free access to an online GP
  • Financial wellbeing support, with discounts on high street brands, supermarkets, gyms and leisure opportunities
  • Cycle to Work programme
  • First Bus Pension scheme
  • Share Purchase scheme
  • Training and development programmes
  • Discounted train travel for you and your family (on FirstGroup Plc train operating companies) after 6 months

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