Bus Driving Instructor — Train Tomorrow’s Pro Drivers

Metroline Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Metroline Manchester is hiring a passionate Driving Instructor to train the next generation of professional drivers. You will lead on-road training for licence acquisition, deliver CPC classroom and theory sessions, and mentor recruits across depots in Greater Manchester.

You must hold a PCV licence with at least 3 years' experience, keep licence points under 6, and demonstrate strong knowledge of the Highway Code, GDPR, and MS Office/SharePoint.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PCV licence for minimum 3 years.
• No more than 6 points on driving licence (subject to endorsement).
• Experience as a PCV/HGV Driving Instructor.
• Sound knowledge of the Highway Code.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office/SharePoint.
• Knowledge of GDPR principles and handling personal data securely.
• Excellent written and spoken English at all levels.
• Able to embrace change and improve processes.
• Able to work shift patterns and adapt to changing demands.

Responsibilities

• Provide On-Road training in support of licence acquisition.
• Provide CPC Classroom training when required.
• Support and engage with potential new recruits in a positive manner.
• Complete yard training for engineer and contractor colleagues when required.
• Provide Theory training in support of licence acquisition.
• Support Driver mentors when required.
• Record training details in line with company policies.
• Administer DVSA theory test bookings and invigilation, including licence verification.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude and act as a role model.
• Adapt to shift patterns and changing business demands.

Skills

PCV/HGV Driving Instructor

Highway Code knowledge

English communication

Change management

Team player

Licence verification

Tools

Microsoft Office/SharePoint

Job description

Metroline Manchester is hiring a passionate Driving Instructor to train the next generation of professional drivers. You will lead on-road training for licence acquisition, deliver CPC classroom and theory sessions, and mentor recruits across depots in Greater Manchester.

You must hold a PCV licence with at least 3 years' experience, keep licence points under 6, and demonstrate strong knowledge of the Highway Code, GDPR, and MS Office/SharePoint.