Posted 01 August, 2026
Trainee Bus Drivers
Ecruit
Nottingham, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Trainee Bus Drivers Earn While You Learn from £14.22 per hour, rising to £14.61 after six months | NottinghamDo you enjoy being out and about, meeting different people every day? Are you a confident driver looking for a secure career with full training and excellent benefits?The roleNottingham City Transport is looking for friendly, reliable people to join our team as Trainee Bus Drivers.You do not need any previous bus driving experience. Our award-winning Training Team will teach you everything you need to know, and you will be paid from your first day.Your training begins with working towards your PCV licence and CPC. You will then learn local routes, become familiar with our vehicles, use ticket machines and develop the skills needed to support every passenger.Once you begin driving in service, an experienced driver will work alongside you for your first two weeks.Key ResponsibilitiesDrive passengers safely and comfortably around NottinghamOffer a warm welcome and excellent customer serviceFollow routes, timetables and company proceduresOperate ticketing equipment accuratelySupport passengers who may need extra assistanceWork from Parliament Street or Trent Bridge garage when requiredOur services run seven days a week, from early mornings through to late nights. You will work five days per week, including some weekends, with 39 guaranteed hours. Most shifts last between seven and nine hours, and optional overtime is available.About our companyNottingham City Transport has been employing local people for almost 145 years.We are proud to be an award-winning bus operator, providing stable careers for generations of Nottingham families and carrying some of the most satisfied passengers in the country.The BenefitsPremium payments for Sundays and late shifts; an extra £1.2528 days holiday, rising to 34 daysPaid meal breaksFree bus and tram travel for you and two othersPension with 6% employer contributionsHealthcare and dental benefits£10,000 life assuranceDriver of the Year prizes of up to £1,500The personYou will need:A full manual UK driving licence held for at least 12 monthsNo more than three penalty pointsThe right to work in the UKBasic reading, writing and maths skillsA friendly, patient and dependable approachThe ability to pass a medical assessmentWhats nextReady to take the wheel and start a career that keeps Nottingham moving? Apply online today and join the Nottingham City Transport team.TPBN1_UKTJ
