Trainee Bus Driver
- 3378
- Stoke On Trent
- Driving
- Permanent - Full Time
- £14.20 p/h
- Adderley Green
Trainee Bus Drivers required - No experience needed!
Adderley Green
Stoke on Trent
£14.20 per hour (after training) which increases to £15.00 per hour after 6 months (£12.60 per hour whilst in training)
38 hrs. per week
Working 5 days between Monday to Sunday on a pre-scheduled shift basis
When it comes to better work life balance – We're First.
Why join First Bus?
At First Bus, we're changing the game in public transport – starting with our people. With big investments in zero-emission fleets, better tech, and new routes, now's the perfect time to join a growing business that values teamwork, work-life balance, and community impact.
The Role
We're looking for trainee bus drivers to join our Stoke-on-Trent depot. You'll provide safe, reliable, friendly service to our customers, helping them get where they need to be. This is more than just driving – it's about being the face of First Bus and keeping your local community moving.
What's in it for you?
• Free bus travel for you & your family
• First Xclusives: 3,000+ retail discounts
• Health support, pension, and wellbeing benefits
• Structured onboarding and mentoring
• Opportunity to grow into team leader, controller or instructor roles
What You'll Need
Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
A positive, customer-focused attitude
Reliability and ability to work independently
Eligibility to work in the UK
Ready to drive change with us? Click "Apply Now" to get started – it's quick and easy, and we'll be in touch shortly.
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