Bus Driving Instructor – Northfleet
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.
The Bus Driving Instructor will be responsible for:
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.
The ideal candidate will be an individual who:
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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