Start your journey with one of the North's leading bus operators
The Keighley Bus Company, part of the award-winning Transdev Blazefield, is looking for enthusiastic and customer-focused individuals to join our driving team.
Whether you're looking for a new career as a PCV Driver Apprentice or you're already a qualified PCV Driver, we have opportunities for you to become part of a business that keeps communities connected every day.
Operating over 500 buses from nine depots across the North of England, Transdev Blazefield delivers nearly 40 million passenger journeys every year. Our success is built on the dedication of more than 1,400 colleagues who share a passion for providing safe, reliable and exceptional customer service.
PCV Driver Apprentice - no bus driving experience? no problem!
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If you're looking for a rewarding career change, our fully-funded Bus Driver Apprenticeship Programme will give you everything you need to become a professional bus driver.
Your training is completely free and includes classroom learning, online development and practical on-road instruction. The programme typically takes between 8 and 10 months to complete.
What we offer
- Fully funded Bus Driver Apprenticeship
- £14.82 per hour during your first 12 months
- £16.90 per hour after 12 months
- School rota-based contracts available
- Company pension scheme with Aviva
- Life assurance through Canada Life (2x annual salary)
- Modern, well-maintained vehicles and industry-leading technology
- Access to Transdev Exchange, offering retail, supermarket and gym discounts
- Dedicated wellbeing support, including mental health resources
- Friendly, supportive working environment where people are genuinely valued
- Free travel for you, your partner and up to two dependent children on our services and other operators across the North of England
What you'll be doing
As a PCV Driver Apprentice, you'll learn how to:
- Safely operate buses on local routes
- Deliver exceptional customer service to our passengers
- Conduct vehicle safety and first-use checks
- Assist customers with their travel needs
- Provide route and service information
- Ensure passengers board and leave the vehicle safely
- Represent The Keighley Bus Company and Transdev professionally within the community
What we're looking for
To join our Apprenticeship programme, you'll need:
- A full Category B (car) driving licence
- To be aged 18 or over
- The right to work in the UK without sponsorship
- The ability to pass a D2/D4 medical examination
- The ability to pass a drug and alcohol test
- A maximum of 6 penalty points on your driving licence
- Have no drink/drug driving convictions, TT99 or mobile phone convictions
- A positive attitude and commitment to customer service
- Excellent people skills and a desire to work with the public
Recruitment process
Successful candidates will complete:
- Submit your application / CV
- Face-to-face interview
- Right to work checks
- Driving licence check
- Drug and alcohol screening
- Reference checks
- Apprentice SkillBuilder assessment (Level 1/2 pass mark)
- Medical assessment to obtain a provisional Category D licence
Qualified Bus Driver - bring your experience to The Keighley Bus Company
If you already hold a full PCV licence, we'd love to hear from you.
Join a team the values professionalism, customer service and safe driving while offering excellent benefits and a supportive working environment.
What we offer
- £16.90 per hour
- School rota-based contracts available
- Company pension scheme with Aviva
- Life assurance through Canada Life (2x annual salary)
- Modern, well-maintained vehicles and industry-leading technology
- Access to Transdev Exchange, offering retail, supermarket and gym discounts
- Dedicated wellbeing support, including mental health resources
- Friendly, supportive working environment where people are genuinely valued
- Free travel for you, your partner and up to two dependent children on our services and other operators across the North of England
What you'll be doing
As a PCV Driver, you'll learn how to:
- Safely operate buses on local routes
- Deliver exceptional customer service to our passengers
- Conduct vehicle safety and first-use checks
- Assist customers with their travel needs
- Provide route and service information
- Ensure passengers board and leave the vehicle safely
- Represent The Keighley Bus Company and Transdev professionally within the community
What we're looking for
To join our Apprenticeship programme, you'll need:
- A full Category B (car) driving licence
- To be aged 18 or over
- The right to work in the UK without sponsorship
- The ability to pass a D2/D4 medical examination
- The ability to pass a drug and alcohol test
- A maximum of 6 penalty points on your driving licence
- Have no drink/drug driving convictions, TT99 or mobile phone convictions
- A positive attitude and commitment to customer service
- Excellent people skills and a desire to work with the public
Recruitment process
Successful candidates will complete:
- Submit your application / CV
- Face-to-face interview
- Right to work checks
- Driving licence check
- Drug and alcohol screening
- Reference checks
- Driving assessment
- Pre employment medical check
Why join The Keighley Bus Company
At The Keighley Bus Company, our drivers are the face of our business and play a vital role in connecting people with work, education, appointments and leisure opportunities every day.
Whether you're taking your first step into the industry or bringing valuable driving experience with you, you'll find a welcoming team, excellent benefits and genuine opportunities to develop your career with one of the UK's most respected bus operators.
How to apply
Click apply now and submit your CV
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