At a Glance
- Tasks: Train to drive local bus services and ensure passenger safety and comfort.
- Company: Join First Bus, a leading UK bus operator embracing innovation.
- Benefits: Earn £13.60 per hour while training, rising to £14.60 once qualified.
- Other info: Enjoy structured rotas and opportunities for overtime.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career with guaranteed hours and clear progression from day one.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence, good people skills, and a flexible approach.
The predicted salary is between 13.6 - 13.6 £ per hour.
- 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 – Taunton £13.60 per hour while training, £14.60 per hour once fully qualified We’re looking for Trainee drivers to join our team in Taunton.
No previous bus driving experience is needed, if you’ve got a full UK driving licence and good people skills, we’ll provide all the training and support you need to become a qualified driver.
This is a permanent, full-time role with guaranteed contracted hours, planned rotas, and clear progression from day one.
What’s in it for you?
You’ll start on £13.60 per hour while training, increasing to £14.60 per hour once fully qualified.
This is a permanent role with guaranteed contracted hours and structured rotas planned in advance, giving you more stability and predictability around your working week.
You’ll work a variety of shifts across mornings, evenings, and weekends, with weekday time off built into the rota and opportunities for overtime to increase earnings where available.
The Role You’ll be trained to safely operate local bus services across Taunton and surrounding areas, helping passengers travel to work, education, appointments, shopping, and days out.
This is a customer-facing role where safety, professionalism, and reliability are key.
You’ll play an important role in keeping Taunton connected while delivering a safe and comfortable journey experience for passengers.
Shifts are rota-based and include early mornings, evenings, and weekends, with schedules provided in advance.
What We’re Looking For Full UK driving licence held for at least 6 months Maximum of 6 penalty points Minimum age of 18 Right to work in the UK Strong communication and customer service skills Flexible approach to shift work No PCV licence is required, full training is provided.
Apply today and start your next journey with First Bus.
Background checks will form part of the recruitment process.
Rewards: Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health
