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Start Your Journey as a Trainee Bus Driver with Arriva London No experience? No problem. All you need is the motivation to learn.At Arriva, we believe great bus drivers aren’t born — they’re trained. If you’ve got a positive attitude, a calm approach, and the drive to learn, we’ll give you all the tools you need to succeed. You’ll get full, paid training at our dedicated driving school and ongoing support as you become a fully qualified, confident bus driver. Whether you’re helping Londoners get to work, school, or across the city, you’ll play a key role in keeping the capital moving. Why Choose Arriva? As one of London’s largest and most respected bus operators, we move nearly 300 million passengers a year across more than 50 million miles. With a goal to fully electrify our fleet by 2030, we’re investing in the future — and in people just like you. We’ll Train You Full Bus Driver Training – we’ll teach you everything, from the basics to the advancedA structured, supportive learning environmentOngoing development after you qualifyAll you need to bring is motivation, reliability, and a willingness to learn Your Pay Package £13.85 per hour while training£15.40 per hour once qualified, with clear milestones to reach higher pay brackets as you progress.Up to £19.25 per hour for overtime and unsociable hoursOvertime paid at 1.25x for: Hours worked after 9pmWeekendsHours beyond your regular shifts What You’ll Get 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidaysFree travel on the TfL network for you and one household nomineeWorkplace pensionAccess to Arriva Village – exclusive discounts and offersCycle to