*Job Title:* PCV & HGV Instructor*Location:* Peter Smythe Transport Training*Salary:* £16.50 per hour*Hours:* 47 hours per week*Are you passionate about road safety and helping others achieve success? Join our team as a PCV & HGV Instructor!**About the Role:*Peter Smythe Transport Training is seeking a professional and dedicated *PCV and HGV Instructor to be based at our Transport Training depot in Ipswich*. You will train and prepare candidates to meet DVSA standards for operating both passenger-carrying vehicles (PCV) and large goods vehicles (HGV). In this role, you will deliver high-quality instruction, assess driving skills, and support candidates to ensure their success in practical and off-road tests.*Key Responsibilities:**Training and Assessment:** Deliver structured training sessions to prepare candidates for DVSA practical on-road and off-road tests for both PCV and HGV licenses.* Assess driving and operational skills, providing clear and constructive feedback to improve candidate performance.*Vehicle Maintenance:** Ensure all training vehicles (PCV and HGV) are clean, safe, and in optimal condition.* Conduct pre-use inspections and promptly report any faults or issues to the site supervisor.*Professionalism and Customer Service:** Create a supportive, professional, and positive learning environment for all candidates.* Address questions and concerns with clarity and patience to ensure candidates feel confident and motivated.* Maintain accurate and detailed records of candidate progress, performance assessments, and feedback provided.* Coordinate effectively with candidates to organise training sessions and DVSA test appointments.* Promote and enforce safety standards and DVSA regulations during all training activities to protect candidates and ensure legal compliance.* Stay current with DVSA regulations and best practices for both PCV and LGV instruction.* Maintain a personal CPD (Continuing Professional Development) portfolio to enhance instructional skills.*Continuous Development** A valid *PCV* and *LGV* licence with relevant driving experience.* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.* A commitment to safety and delivering exceptional customer service.* Excellent organisational skills to manage schedules, candidate records, and reporting requirements.* A professional, supportive approach and a passion for helping others succeed.*What We Offer:** Competitive pay of *£16.50 per hour*.* A *47-hour work week*. Working 5 days per week.* Continuous Professional Development, including NVDIR qualification* Provision of Westfield Health, contributing to healthcare appointments, including mental health support* Long-term sickness policy* Death in service policy*How to Apply:*If you are ready to advance your career and make a positive impact as a *PCV and LGV Instructor*, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’re the ideal candidate for this role.*Join us at Peter Smythe Transport Training and help shape the future of professional PCV and LGV drivers!*Job Type: Full-timePay: £16.50 per hourBenefits:* Company pension* Employee discount* Free parking* Health & wellbeing programme* Sick payExperience:* Instructor: 1 year (preferred)Licence/Certification:* PCV Licence (preferred)* Category CE Licence (preferred)Work Location: In person