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:

Closing date for applications 14th November 2025.

For further information, please contact:
Eric Dale – Academy Manager, Camberwell
020 7819 5203

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.