How old do you have to be to work for TfL?


How old do you have to be to work for TfL? Before you can start an apprenticeship, you must be 18 years old. There is no upper age limit. The majority of our schemes require a minimum of 2 or more GCSEs for an applicant to be eligible.


Why are TfL drivers paid so much?

Most salary levels are just based on supply and demand economics really. What makes tube drivers different is the ability of their unions to make the supply of drivers extremely tight (and thus drive up their pay). They do this in a few ways: 1.


What attracts you to work for TfL?

I admire TfL's positive contribution to making London an easy accessible and safe place for everyone. I want to be part of a forever-growing network adding more success and meeting your goals in making London the greatest city in the world.


Is TfL a good employer?

TfL has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5, based on over 47 reviews left anonymously by employees. 86% of employees would recommend working at TfL to a friend and 57% have a positive outlook for the business.


How many hours do TfL employees work?

Your contractual weekly hours of work are 35 hours per week and the average number of shifts per week is 5. On reasonable notice, your working pattern may be changed to meet the needs of the business.


Who is the highest paid TfL staff?

The highest amount of pay was given to Jim Crawford, Crossrail's Chief Programme Officer, who earned £499,447.


Can TfL staff stop you?

TfL Revenue Inspectors can't arrest you - but under certain circumstances they can detain you or use reasonable force to remove you from the 'railway' (which includes TfL buses in London, yes it's weird). Specifically where you either fail to pay the fare or give your name and address when asked.


Why is TfL so successful?

Key to TfL's success is having a vocal and charismatic mayor to champion the transport agenda and secure political and financial support for it. The Mayor of London chairs the TfL board and currently spends £11bn – two-thirds of his annual budget – on transport via TfL.