Salary
Up to £65k based on proven experience
About the role
"Shape the next generation of professional bus drivers — and lead the team that makes it happen."
This is a high-impact leadership role at the heart of our transport operation. You'll own everything that happens inside our Training Centres — from induction through to PCV test pass and on to advanced driver training — while building a motivated, high-performing team of trainers, examiners and support staff. If you're energised by people development, regulatory excellence, and driving operational improvement, this is the role for you.
What you'll do
1. Lead and develop a team of Driver Trainers, Examiners, Classroom and Type Trainers
2. Plan and manage cost-effective daily training operations across multiple centres
3. Own KPI performance — time in training, trainer throughput, PCV pass rates
4. Act as the key liaison with DVSA, DVLA and TfL, maintaining full regulatory compliance
5. Manage Delegated Test Centres under licence from the Secretary of State for Transport
6. Ensure CPC records, theory invigilating and licence tracking meet audit standards
7. Collaborate with Operations and Engineering on vehicle availability and retraining plans
8. Use Green Road data to monitor instructor activity and optimise fleet utilisation
9. Conduct performance reviews and build tailored development plans for your team
10. Champion a strong safety culture across all training activities
What we're looking for
11. Proven experience leading a driver training function, ideally in public transport or a regulated fleet environment
12. Solid understanding of DVSA, DVLA and TfL requirements
13. Strong grasp of PCV licensing standards and CPC compliance obligations
14. Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
15. Data-literate — comfortable analysing KPIs and acting on insights
16. Intermediate Excel skills; proficient in Word and email
17. Experience managing performance, sickness, welfare and HR processes
18. Ability to plan ahead in a busy, high-volume, deadline-driven environment
19. Up to date on UK/EU legislative changes relevant to the role
Why this role stands out
You won't just manage a training function — you'll hold a licence from the Secretary of State for Transport for our Delegated Test Centres, giving you real regulatory authority and accountability. It's a genuinely significant leadership position with scope to shape company-wide standards.
What you'll get
20. TfL travel pass - free travel across the TfL network for you and a family member (non-contractual)
21. Company pension - employer pension contributions to support your long-term financial wellbeing
22. Holiday allowance - generous annual leave entitlement to rest and recharge
23. Employee discounts - access to a range of discounts and savings through our employee benefits scheme
Key behaviours we value
24. Developing self and others
25. Drive for achievement
26. Analytical thinking and decisiveness
27. Leadership and positive approach to change
28. Customer focus and concern for quality
29. Effective teamwork and ownership
30. Business awareness
31. Impact and influence
32. Clear, confident communication
33. Technical and professional expertise
34. Understanding the company's wider mission
Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age.
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 Romford Garage North Street, Romford Essex RM1 1DS