Bus Driving Instructor

Overview

Bus Driving Instructor – Northfleet 39 hours Mon to Sun. Permanent. The Training Team are recruiting for a Bus Driving Instructor to join the team based at Northfleet. The main purpose of the role is to train Category D provisional licence holders to become fully qualified PCV drivers. This includes supporting them to achieve the required standard for their DVSA Module 3 and Module 4 tests, while developing the practical, professional, customer-focused and safety skills needed to become effective in-service bus drivers. The role will also support existing qualified drivers where required, including driver development, coaching, remedial training and support with maintaining Arriva driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day progress of trainees.
• Ensuring the safety of trainees while under instruction.
• Teaching the technical skills required to drive a bus safely, smoothly and professionally.
• Supporting trainees to meet the required standard for DVSA Module 3 and Module 4.
• Coaching trainees in the soft skills needed to become safe, professional and customer-focused bus drivers.
• Delivering training activity both on-road and in classroom-based settings where required.
• Supporting existing drivers through coaching, development and remedial training where required.
• Providing clear, timely and constructive feedback.
• Keeping accurate training records and updating the Training Team Leader on trainee progress.
• Carrying out assessments, reviews, feedback and training activities as required.
• Supporting Arriva driving standards through observation, feedback and training activity.
• Attending update sessions and taking part in training provided by the business.
• Carrying out any other reasonable duties requested by the line manager or the business.
• The role will be based within the Northfleet Training Team, but flexibility and travel will be required.
• The successful candidate will be required to support other locations, including Colchester, Southend, Maidstone, Tunbridge Wells, Gillingham as well as other locations as requested by the business.

Qualifications and Skills

• Has held a full PCV licence for a minimum of 3 years.
• Has a good understanding of DVSA bus driving standards.
• Is calm, approachable and able to support learners through different stages of development.
• Can communicate clearly and effectively with different people.
• Can deliver honest and effective feedback in a constructive way.
• Works well as part of a team and supports wider training school activity.
• Is comfortable delivering training to groups, including inductions and classroom-based sessions.
• Is comfortable using basic technology, including computers, presentations, tablets and digital training records.
• Is willing to take part in training and development provided by the business.
• Demonstrates a flexible approach to tasks, working hours and travel in line with business needs.
• This role requires a full UK PCV licence and the legal right to work in the UK.

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