About this role
The Driving Instructors will be responsible for:
- Managing the day to day progress of their trainees.
- Ensuring the safety of trainees, whilst under instruction.
- Teaching trainees the technical skills required to drive a bus.
- Ensuring trainees meet the standard required to pass their Module 3, driving test element.
- Teaching their trainees Module 4 practical demonstration and ensuring they possess the knowledge to pass.
- Coaching trainees in the soft skills that support technical standards.
- Carrying out Pre Employment Assessments, (PEAs) driver development training and classroom work where required.
The ideal candidate will be an individual who:
Has a strong understanding of the soft skill elements required to be a comprehensive Bus Driver.
- Is highly professional and confident and demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively.
- Possesses an ability to appropriately deliver effective, timely and direct feedback, whilst demonstrating a willingness to embrace any feedback received.
- Shows an ability to empathise with individuals who are finding the driver training journey challenging.
- Is people orientated and puts learner experience at the centre of everything they do.
- Demonstrates a flexible approach to tasks and working hours in line with business needs.