Apprentice Train Driver - Earn While You Learn

Chiltern Railways; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Chiltern Railways invites applications for Apprentice Train Drivers based at Aylesbury. The scheme combines classroom learning with hands-on, mentor-guided training, leading to a confident driver ready for the network.

Training includes a six-month academy at Banbury before progressing to depot-based development. No railway experience is required; we value attitude, safety and a commitment to learning for a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 to start training; eligible from 17 years 6 months.
• Reliable, responsible and committed to safety.
• Able to remain focused and make good decisions.
• Willing to learn and complete a demanding apprenticeship programme.
• Comfortable working shifts, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• Able to travel to and from work independently.
• Living within 60 minutes of the appointed depot.
• Must not have failed psychometric testing with any Train Operating Company within the last six months.

Responsibilities

• Preparing trains for service through safety and performance checks.
• Driving trains safely and professionally across the Chiltern network.
• Working closely with colleagues, signallers and control teams.
• Maintaining high levels of concentration and professionalism.
• Making safe decisions in a dynamic operational environment.
• Delivering a safe and reliable service for our customers.

Skills

Safety commitment

Willingness to learn

Focus and decisions

Travel independently

Reliable and punctual

Education

Secondary education completed

Job description

Chiltern Railways invites applications for Apprentice Train Drivers based at Aylesbury. The scheme combines classroom learning with hands-on, mentor-guided training, leading to a confident driver ready for the network.

Training includes a six-month academy at Banbury before progressing to depot-based development. No railway experience is required; we value attitude, safety and a commitment to learning for a rewarding long-term career.