Driver Training Instructor

Join us on the Journey...

National Express have a fantastic opportunity to join our Training Team as a Driver Training Instructor, based in Walsall. Working a 48 hour week, any 5 days from 7 across our garages, you will support new and existing drivers’ development through delivery of courses and other training support.

As a Driver Training Instructor, you will be responsible for effectively delivering all aspects of the licence acquisition and skills training within National Express. You will also ensure all standards of delivery and legislation are adhered to.

What you'll do:

• Deliver PCV licence acquisition training, core skills, development / refresher and CPC training to a high standard
• Coach, mentor and develop your trainees and adapt your delivery to their requirements whilst following a set training programme
• Keep accurate records of all the training you deliver and provide daily feedback to your trainees
• Work to embed the company’s policies and procedures

What you’ll need:

• Hold a valid PCV licence with at least three recent years' PCV driving experience
• Display evidence of self-development
• Able to display strong coaching, communicating and presenting skills

What we offer in return for your hard work and commitment:

• Free Bus & Coach travel for yourself
• Complimentary coach travel for a Nominated Person or complimentary bus travel for a Spouse or Partner
• 50% discount for friends and family on full fares on our coach services
• Access to a portal that provides a variety of deals and discounts including travel, days out, the cinema, mobile phones and many more
• Company pension
• Life assurance
• Access to our award winning Health Bus; providing free and accessible health checks
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid annual leave
• Opportunity to take part in the Cycle to work scheme

National Express:

Joining National Express means joining a company which makes a big difference to the people and communities we serve. Our people really are the secret to our success. At the centre of a growing and successful global company with operations on four continents, National Express has unrivalled opportunities to develop your career. Join us on the journey where you will become part of an extended family.

Things to Note...

At National Express, we are really proud of our health and safety record and as a result, we operate a Drugs and Alcohol Policy which is applicable to all employees.

As part of your initial assessment, we will complete Drug and Alcohol testing and you may be subject to random tests during your employment.