Bus Drivers - London

October 27, 2025

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Drive your career forward with Arriva London! we're hiring experienced and trainee Bus Drivers across our London garages. £15.40 – £21.25 per hour + Benefits 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. Not a qualified Bus Driver yet? we'll give you all the training and support you need to get your licence, there's never been a better time to join us. Pay & Overtime 0–12 months£15.40/hr - £19.25/hr 12–24 months£15.80/hr - £19.75/hr 24+ months£17.00/hr - £21.25/hr <ul><li> If you’ve held a PCV licence and worked in the role for 12+ months within the last 4 years, you’ll start on the 12–24-month rate.</li><li> Sign-on to sign-off pay structure</li><li> Overtime paid for:</li><li>Hours worked after 9pm</li><li>Weekends</li><li>Any time worked over your contracted hours </li></ul>Your Benefits <ul><li> Free travel on TFL and Arriva Bus services (for you and one household nominee)</li><li> 25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays</li><li> Premium overtime rates</li><li> Pension scheme</li><li> Employee Assistance Programme</li><li> Road Safety Scheme – earn £50 vouchers for safe, high-performance driving</li><li> Ongoing CPC training</li><li> Career development into training, operations, or management roles</li><li> Cycle to work scheme </li></ul>Working Patterns <ul><li> 5 days on / 2 days off per week on a rotating shift pattern.</li><li> Shifts planned 6–8 weeks in advance</li><li> Typical start times:</li><li>Mornings from 04:00</li><li>Afternoons from 12:00</li><li>Evenings from 18:00</li><li>Overtime opportunities are also available depending on business needs </li></ul>What You’ll Need <ul><li> Valid PCV licence (desirable- trainee opportunities are also available!)</li><li> Aged 18 or over</li><li> No more than 6 points on your licence</li><li> Able to pass a drug and alcohol test</li><li> Great customer service and people skills</li><li> Flexibility to work various shifts </li></ul>Locations Edmonton, Enfield, Palmers Green, Stamford Hill, Tottenham, Wood Green Barking, Brixton, Clapton, Croydon, Dartford, Grays, Norwood, Thornton Heath

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