Trainer / AssessorSkip to main contentThis website stores cookies on your computer. These cookies are used to collect information about how you interact with our website. We use this information in order to improve and customize your browsing experience and for analytics about our visitors both on this website. To find out more, see our Privacy Policy.#Trainer / Assessor page is loaded## Trainer / AssessorApplylocations: Crewe: Eastleigh Depot: Cambridge Depot: Scarborough: Bristol Train Depottime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: June 11, 2026 (12 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR032492**Operational Trainer / Assessor*** Crewe (with national travel to depot locations)* Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (flexibility required)* Permanent**About Us**At **Arriva TrainCare**, we provide high-quality overhaul, maintenance and servicing of passenger rolling stock, locomotives, freight wagons and track plant.Operating across six strategic locations—**Crewe, Bristol, Eastleigh, Cambridge, Tyne Yard and Scarborough**—we play a vital role in keeping the UK rail network moving safely and efficiently.As part of **Arriva**, you’ll join a professional team driven by our core behaviours:* We care passionately* We do the right thing* We make the difference**About the Role**We’re looking for an experienced **Operational Trainer / Assessor** to deliver and assess safety-critical training across our national depot network.You’ll be instrumental in building operational capability—designing engaging training programmes, assessing competence, and ensuring our people meet the highest standards of safety, compliance and performance.This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you’ll collaborate closely with operational teams while acting as a subject matter expert and role model.**Key Responsibilities****Training Delivery & Development*** Deliver safety-critical and technical training, including:* Track Safety* Driving and shunting* Technical and equipment training* Design and develop engaging learning materials and programmes* Adapt training to meet operational and contract-specific requirements* Take ownership of the quality and consistency of assigned training courses**Assessment & Competency*** Plan and conduct workplace-based assessments for vocational qualifications.* Provide clear, timely and evidence-based feedback to learners and managers.* Support individuals who are “not yet competent” with structured development plans.* Maintain accurate records in line with company, customer and regulatory requirements.* Support the management of competency frameworks and matrices.**Planning & Stakeholder Engagement*** Plan and coordinate training delivery, including logistics, resources and scheduling* Work closely with stakeholders to ensure effective outcomes* Support mobilisation activities through delivery of training packages**Continuous Improvement & Leadership*** Monitor and improve training effectiveness* Mentor and support other trainers and assessors* Maintain your own professional and technical competence* Champion a strong safety culture at all times**About You****Essential Experience & Knowledge*** 3–5+ years’ experience within the **rail industry*** Strong understanding of **train depot operations and rolling stock*** Experience delivering training and carrying out workplace assessments* Confident, engaging facilitator able to work with diverse groups* Strong communication, organisation and reporting skills**Qualifications*** Level 3 Engineering qualification (C&G / BTEC or equivalent)* Assessor qualification (e.g. TAQA, A1, CAVA)* Teaching/Training qualification (e.g. PTLLS, CTLLS, PGCE, CertEd)* Full UK driving licence***Desirable:**** Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) qualification* Mentoring/coaching qualification**What We Offer*** 26 days annual leave (inclusive of UK bank holidays)* Pension scheme* Life assurance and healthcare cover* Arriva UK Trains Travel Pass* Cycle to Work scheme* Arriva Village retailer discount scheme**Safety & Compliance**This is a **safety-critical role**, requiring:* Compliance with safety standards and procedures* Personal Track Safety (PTS)* Participation in random drug and alcohol testing**Why Join Arriva TrainCare?**This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the skills, safety and performance of our workforce—playing a direct role in keeping the UK’s rail services running safely and efficiently.
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