The Arriva North West & Wales training school are recruiting for a PCV Driving Instructor to join their team in Arriva North West & Wales. The main purpose of the role will be to train provisional license holders on how to pass their Module 3 and Module 4 standard DVSA testing. The role holder will also develop in provisional license holders the soft skills required to safely drive an in-service bus and PCV license holders in Arriva’s expected driving standards.
Driving Instructors are responsible for:
· Managing the day-to-day progress of new employees.
· Ensuring the safety of trainees, whilst under their supervision
· Teaching trainees the technical skills required to drive a bus to DVSA National Standards.
· Liaise with the training team lead to manage all elements of the activities
· Familiarising trainees with the MyDrive system.
· Coaching trainees in the soft skills that support technical standards.
· Carrying out Pre-Employment Assessments, (PEAs) driver development training and classroom work where required.
· Provide development training to support reductions in driving incidents with existing employees.
The ideal candidate will be an individual who:
· Has held a PCV licence for a minimum of 3 years and has a clean driving licence.
· Has an exceptional incident, My Drive and customer service record.
· Has a strong understanding of the soft skill elements required to be a comprehensive Bus Driver.
· Is highly professional, 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.
· Demonstrates an ability to empathise with individuals throughout their training journey.
· 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.
· Has a demonstrable focus on Road Safety
. Internal candidates only - have at least 12months employment with Arriva.
Please apply to Karen Evans, Training Team Leader, by emailing with your CV along with details of why you are applying and how you meet the above Driving Instructor criteria.
Closing date for applications will be: Friday 17/10/25