Trainee Bus/Coach Driver
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Become a Trainee Bus/Coach Driver at Hinkley Point C
Location: Bridgwater
Pay: £14.55/hr from Day 1, rising to £16.03 on completion of training and £17.07 after 12 months service
Want a career change? We make it easy. This is your chance to join the team driving passengers to and from one of the UK’s most exciting infrastructure projects.
At SPS, our drivers don’t just get people to work — they keep the project moving. And we do it together, with professional training, great pay, and genuine support from day one.
Why You’ll Love Driving With Us
- Professional, comprehensive training – no pressure, no rush. Learn at your pace and feel confident behind the wheel
- Support in your theory training before you even start
- Travel allowance – subject to eligibility
- Earn while you learn – fully paid training from Day 1
Benefits
- Night premiums (18:00–23:00 = 14%, 23:00–06:00 = 25%)
- Weekend/overtime pay (25%)
- 5% matched pension
- Free local bus travel & discounted rail fares
- Annual pay review, health benefits, and life cover
Shifts
We operate 24/7 to keep the workforce moving.
- Shifts between 0300–midnight or 1500–0630 – full flexibility required within the provided timeframes
- Average 46-48 hours a week
- Shifts vary between 4 or 5 days a week on a rota basis including weekends
- Shift length will vary between 8-14hrs
- Part time hours available
What You’ll Need
- A full UK driving licence (held for at least 24 months)
- Great people skills — friendly, reliable, and professional
- A flexible approach to shifts (days or nights)
Additional Info
All employees must be willing to undergo the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check and obtain a DBS certificate. These checks help ensure the honesty and integrity of individuals working at a Nuclear Licensed Site or with sensitive nuclear information.
SPS Bus welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age.
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