Trainee Bus Driver

Job Ref: WES1344

Branch: Borders Buses (Berwick)

Location: Borders Buses (Berwick), Berwick-upon-Tweed

Salary/Benefits: £14.46 per hour, free training

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 36 hours per week

Posted date: 02/10/2026

Closing date: 29/01/2027

Are you looking for a secure and rewarding new career where every day is different? Do you enjoy meeting people and providing excellent customer service?

We have a fantastic opportunity for Trainee Bus Drivers to join our friendly team at our Berwick-upon-Tweed depot.

You do not need previous bus-driving experience to apply. We will provide the training, support and funding you need to gain your PCV licence and begin a rewarding career as a professional Bus Driver. This includes arranging and funding your theory and practical tests, subject to terms and conditions.

Working in Berwick-upon-Tweed

Based at our Berwick-upon-Tweed depot, you will help keep communities connected across North Northumberland, the Scottish Borders and beyond.

Once qualified, you will play an important role in helping local residents travel safely and reliably to work, school, appointments, the shops and other destinations. You will be part of a supportive local team in a varied role where no two days are the same.

WhatYou’llBe Doing

Once you have successfully completed your training and gained your PCV licence, you will:

• Safely and professionallyoperate buses on local service routes
• Provide excellent customer service and a safe, comfortable journey for every passenger
• Help customers reach their destinations safely and on time
• Handle cash and card payments accurately and responsibly, whererequired
• Complete daily vehicle checks andreport any defects in line with company procedures
• Work independently whilemaintaining high standards of safety, reliability and professionalism
• Represent Borders Buses positively through your driving,appearance and customer care

WhatWe’reLooking For

• To be aged 18 or over
• A full UK drivinglicence
• At least one year’s driving experience
• The right to work in the UK for the duration of the training and employment
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• A professional,dependable and safety-focused approach
• Good customer service and communication skills
• The confidence to work independently
• To live within a reasonable travelling distance of Berwick-upon-Tweed

WhatYou’llEnjoy

• A permanent and secure job once you successfully qualify
• Full training and support to gain your PCVlicence
• Theory and practical tests arranged and funded by the company, subject to terms and conditions
• 30 days’ holiday
• Free travel for you and a family member on the Borders Buses network
• Career development and progression opportunities across the wider business

Ready to take the first step?

If you are ready for a new challenge and have the drive and determination to succeed, we would love to hear from you. Take the first step towards a rewarding new career with Borders Buses and apply today.

**Safety is at the heart of everything we do.**As a safety-critical business, all roles play a part in keeping our people and passengers safe. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a drug and alcohol test.

Borders Buses is an equalopportunitiesemployer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

Borders Buses operate a network of bus routes across the Scottish Borders, Carlisle, East Lothian, Midlothian and Edinburgh area.