Training Manager Stagecoach Midlands

344 Midland Red (South) Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Development opportunities

Collaborative environment

Driver training role

Job summary

Stagecoach Midlands is seeking an experienced Bus Training School Manager to lead and develop our professional driver training operation in Northampton. The role focuses on high training standards, driver recruitment support, and regulatory compliance.

You will manage budgets, develop instructors, and monitor performance metrics while ensuring safety and customer service excellence. A full-time, on-site position with opportunities for professional development and progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bus/driver training environments.
• Strong knowledge of Driver CPC and DVSA regulations.
• Experience leading training programmes and ensuring compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the bus driver training school.
• Develop and implement driver training programmes.
• Ensure training complies with DVSA, Driver CPC and company requirements.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Driver CPC knowledge

DVSA regulations

Training management

Microsoft Office

Education

DDE qualification

Driver CPC Instructor certification

Coaching/Instructional qualification

Tools

Training record systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary replacing leaver Bus Training School Manager Position: Bus Training School Manager Location: Primarily Northampton Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Full-Time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Bus Training School Manager to lead and develop our professional driver training operation. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual who is passionate about developing people, maintaining high training standards, and ensuring compliance with all relevant industry and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the training school, including driver recruitment support, licence acquisition programmes, Driver CPC delivery, instructor development, compliance monitoring, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the bus driver training school.
• Develop and implement training programmes for new and existing drivers.
• Ensure all training activities comply with DVSA, Driver CPC, and company requirements.
• Monitor trainee progress and maintain accurate training records.
• Recruit, coach, and develop training instructors to achieve high instructional standards.
• Manage training budgets, resources, and vehicle allocation.
• Conduct quality assurance audits and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Liaise with operational management teams to ensure training aligns with business needs.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, customer service, and professional driving standards.
• Analyse training performance metrics and provide regular management reports.
• Support succession planning and workforce development strategies.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in a bus, coach, transport, or driver training environment.
• Full UK Category D PCV driving licence.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and coaching abilities.
• Knowledge of Driver CPC, DVSA regulations, and transport compliance requirements.
• Experience managing training programmes, performance standards, and compliance audits.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and training record management systems.

Preferred Requirements

• DDE (Delegated Driving Examiner) qualification – highly desirable.
• Qualified Driver CPC Instructor certification.
• Recognised training, coaching, or instructional qualification/experience.
• Experience delivering both practical and classroom-based training.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about learning and development.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Results-focused with the ability to drive performance improvements.
• Professional, credible, and confident leader.
• High attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced operational environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and further qualifications.
• Company pension scheme.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to play a key role in developing the next generation of professional bus drivers.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background. Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.

Location: Stagecoach Midlands Main Road Far Cotton Northampton NN4 8ES