Trainee bus driver Work, Jobs in Maidstone, Ken (with Salaries)

Trainee Bus Driver
Arriva Kent & Surrey Limited —Gillingham
- £12.71 - £17.87 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- Driving
- Paid training
- Employee assistance programme
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Trainee Bus Driver
Arriva London North Limited —Grays
- £14.80 - £20.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Hospital
- Customer service
- No experience needed
- Paid training
- Annual leave
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PCV Bus Driver
Arriva Kent & Surrey Limited —Royal Tunbridge Wells
- £16.85 - £17.87 an hour
- Overtime
- Customer service
- School
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Trainee Bus Driver
Arriva Kent Thameside Limited —Southend-on-Sea
- £12.71 - £17.26 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- School
- Paid training
- Employee assistance programme
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Trainee Bus Driver

Arriva Kent & Surrey Limited -
Gillingham

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Job details

£12.71 - £17.87 an hour
1 day ago

Benefits

Paid training
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Free or subsidised travel
Employee discount

Qualifications

Driving Licence
English
Driving
Customer support
Customer interaction

Full job description

£12.71 – £17.87 per hour

Start your bus driving career with Arriva at our Gillingham depot, where customer service comes first, and people are at the heart of everything we do.

This is much more than a driving role. As a Bus Driver, you’ll be a front-line ambassador for Arriva, supporting customers throughout their journeys and helping them feel safe, welcome, and valued. From assisting elderly passengers, reassuring nervous travellers, helping parents and children, to supporting customers with accessibility needs — your people skills will be just as important as your driving.

If you have previous customer service experience (for example in retail, hospitality, care, or any customer-facing role) and enjoy helping others, this could be the perfect career change.

Why customer service matters in this role

Every day, you’ll:

Greet customers warmly and professionally
Answer questions and provide journey information
Support passengers with additional needs
Handle situations calmly and empathetically
Create a positive experience, even when things don’t go to plan

Bus Drivers are one of the most thanked jobs in the UK — and that’s because of the human connection you build with your customers.

Pay Rate

£12.71 – £17.87 per hour

During training (first 4–6 weeks): £12.71 per hour

After training:

Up to 9 months’ service: £12.71 per hour
9+ months’ service: £16.85 per hour | Overtime & Weekend: £17.87 per hour

What’s in it for you?

Fully paid training to gain your PCV license — no previous bus driving experience needed
Arriva Training School with expert instructors
Ongoing mentoring and support once you’re out on the road
Overtime opportunities, including bank holidays, paid at premium rates
Ongoing CPC training
Career development opportunities into management, training, or specialist driving roles
Working for an inclusive, community-focused company where looking after customers is a shared responsibility

Hours of work

Rotating shift pattern: 5 days out of 7
Shifts published 6–8 weeks in advance
Morning shifts from 04:00
Afternoon shifts from 12:00
Evening shifts from 18:00
Fixed shifts are not available
Overtime available

What we’re looking for

Aged 18 or over
UK driving license held for at least 6 months
No more than 6 penalty points
Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test
Ability to pass an English comprehension test
Proven customer service experience is required
A friendly, patient, and approachable manner
Confidence communicating with a wide range of customers
The ability to stay calm, polite, and professional in challenging situations
Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends

Benefits

Access to the Arriva Village — discounts and offers
Employee Assistance Programme
Free bus travel for you and your household
Arriva Workplace Pension
Fantastic career progression opportunities
Long service awards
20 days holiday plus bank holidays

At Arriva, we value diversity, inclusion, and the unique experiences our people bring. By putting customers first, we create better journeys, stronger communities, and a workplace where everyone belongs.

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