Temporary Driving Instructors

1 week ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Go Ahead London Full time £40,000 - £60,000 per year

Who Are We
Temporary Driving Instructor Positions
Go-Ahead London is seeking Temporary Driving Instructors to join our Recruitment and Training Academy based at Camberwell. These are 12-month fixed-term contracts, with the potential for extension based on business needs.

Reporting to the Academy Manager, successful applicants will play a key role in training and developing the next generation of Go-Ahead London bus drivers.

Essential Criteria
To be considered for this role, applicants must:

  • Have held a valid PCV licence for at least three years
  • Have no current penalty points or endorsements on their driving licence
  • Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to produce clear and concise reports
  • Possess a thorough knowledge of the Highway Code, PCV regulations, and company procedures
  • Able to attend work regularly, with no active disciplinary entries relating to company rules, regulations, or driving standards
  • (Desirable) Have previous experience in a learning, training or development environment, particularly supporting apprentices or new drivers

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality practical training to new recruits to ensure they reach the required standard for the PCV driving test
  • Assess and coach new drivers, including existing PCV holders, to enhance their driving skills and standards
  • Conduct driving observations and provide detailed feedback in line with company protocols
  • Provide familiarisation training on a range of vehicle types operated by Go-Ahead London
  • Deliver classroom-based training covering topics such as ticketing systems, rotas and schedules, radio use, and vehicle checks

Additional Information

  • Training vehicles are based across multiple Go-Ahead London sites, and applicants must be willing and able to travel as required.
  • Applicants will be required to complete written and practical assessments as part of the selection process.
  • All Driving Instructor roles are subject to a DBS (criminal record) check.

Successful candidates will work 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and receive a salary of £45,043 per annum.

Appointments are subject to the successful completion of a four- to five-week initial training programme.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

To apply, please submit your covering letter and CV using the link below:

For Further Information, Please Contact
Eric Dale – Academy Manager, Camberwell

Go-Ahead London values diversity and promotes equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage applications from women, who are currently under-represented at this level in our organisation.



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