Qualified Bus Driver

4 days ago

Dartford Garage DT, United Kingdom Arriva Full time £15,000 - £17,500 per year

Qualified Bus Driver with category D Licence

Drive your career forward with Arriva London.
We're hiring qualified PCV Bus Drivers across our London garages— and this is your chance to be part of something bigger. Join a team that helps keep London moving, connects communities, and supports a greener future.

Why Arriva London?

Whether you're getting commuters to work, guiding tourists across London's landmarks, or making sure students arrive safely, you'll play a vital role in the daily rhythm of our capital.

As one of London's largest and most respected bus operators, we transport nearly 300 million passengers a year and cover more than 50 million miles. With a clear goal to fully electrify our fleet by 2030, there's never been a better time to join us.

We'll Train You (if required)

  • Full Bus Driver Training – we'll teach you everything, from the basics to the advanced
  • A structured, supportive learning environment
  • Ongoing development after you qualify
  • All you need to bring is motivation, reliability, and a willingness to learn

Pay & Overtime

0–24 months £15.54/hr - £17.16/hr (overtime)

25–48 months £16.41/hr - £18.28/hr (overtime)

49+ months £17.77/hr - £18.95/hr (overtime)

What You'll Get

  • 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (1- 3 years of service)
  • 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (after 3 years of experience)
  • Free travel on the TfL network for you and one household nominee
  • Workplace pension
  • Access to Arriva Village – exclusive discounts and offers
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Monthly £50 safety reward vouchers for top-performing drivers
  • Real career progression opportunities
  • A strong sense of community and support

What You'll Need

  • Minimum age of 18 with a UK driving licence for at least 6 months.
  • No more than 6 penalty points on your licence
  • Licence for London if you have worked for another London operator within the past 6 months
  • A friendly attitude and commitment to great customer service
  • Willingness to work weekends and flexible shift patterns
  • Must pass a drug and alcohol test as part of your assessment

Shift & Location Info

  • Full-time: 38 hours per week
  • 5 out of 7 rotating shift patterns per week.
  • Morning shifts from 04:00, afternoons from 12:00, evenings from 18:00
  • Schedules planned 6–8 weeks in advance
  • Based at one of our many garages across London – check our careers site for openings

Get Behind the Wheel of Your New Career

At Arriva, we value inclusion, community, and growth. We don't just recruit drivers — we help people build careers. If you're ready to learn, we're ready to train you.

Apply today and take the first step toward becoming a qualified Bus Driver with Arriva London.

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