Transport Skills Trainer

Realisetraining; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider in transport is seeking a dedicated trainer to develop the next generation of bus drivers. This hybrid role involves delivering engaging learning sessions, supporting apprentices in their development, and ensuring they meet high training standards. The ideal candidate has a strong background in bus driving and customer service and is passionate about helping others succeed. Join a company with over 35 years of experience in the field, committed to creating a positive learning environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public and bank holidays

Flexible working

Health Shield scheme

Life insurance

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Sick pay

Bereavement leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in training delivery is crucial, particularly in a hybrid environment.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport are necessary.
• Passion for helping others to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver training sessions.
• Provide feedback and track learner progress.
• Maintain compliance and accurate records.
• Build relationships with learners and employers.

Skills

Knowledge of bus driving standards

Strong customer service skills

Ability to deliver engaging training

Organizational skills

Clear communication skills

Confidence in online and face-to-face training

Access to own transport

Education

Relevant industry qualifications

Teaching or assessing qualification (desirable)

Job description

Overview

Ready to step away from shift work and use your transportexperience to develop others? At Realise, we’re seeking industry professionalswho want to shape the next generation of safe, reliable bus drivers. Noteaching qualification is required – just strong experience and the motivationto help people succeed.

You’ll deliver structured learning sessions across classroomand online environments, supporting apprentices as they progress towards endpoint assessment. It’s a great opportunity to stay connected to the industrywhile making a lasting difference to people’s careers.

Whilst no two days are ever the same, you can expect to:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, inclusive learningand development sessions (classroom and/or online)
• Tailor workshop content using learners’ initial assessmentresults
• Equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and behavioursrequired for their apprenticeship and future career
• Prepare and mark learner work, providing constructivefeedback and tracking progress
• Support learners in building their portfolio of evidenceready for End Point Assessment (EPA)
• Schedule and conduct timely learner reviews, gatheringfeedback from relevant stakeholders
• Liaise with employers to confirm attendance and coordinateoperational requirements such as driver release
• Maintain accurate records and complete administrativetasks to ensure compliance
• Uphold high quality standards across all trainingactivities
• Build positive, professional relationships with learnersand employers to create a supportive learning environment

Where will I be based?

This is a hybrid role, with some of your time based at a depot, and the remainder working from home. This will be discussed with you further in your interview.

The Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus public and bank holidays
• Birthday and Christmas Eve off
• Flexible working
• Health Shield scheme
• Life insurance
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Sick pay
• Bereavement leave
• Employee Assistance Programme

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Strong knowledge of bus driving standards, safety, and customer service excellence
• Passionate about helping others succeed
• Delivers training that is engaging, inclusive, and high quality
• Highly organised and able to manage a varied workload
• Communicates clearly and builds strong working relationships
• Confident delivering training both face-to-face and online
• Holds relevant industry qualifications
• Has a full UK driving licence and access to their own transport

Desirable (but not essential — we’ll support you to achieve these):

• Teaching or assessing qualification
• Experience delivering structured training or workshops

About Us

• Realise is one of the leading Passenger Transport training providers.
• We are specialists in the sectors where we have deep expertise, including transport, business skills, adult education, and more.
• Our mission has always been clear, to deliver great training programmes.
• We promote the wellbeing of all our learners and our employees and are fully committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and fulfilling our Prevent Duty obligations.
• Please be aware that all successful applicants will undergo a DBS and online search check at the job offer stage. We request proof of qualifications and the Right to Work in the UK.
• Realise is committed to investing in the latest technology to support our learners and teams. As part of our quality assurance and training processes, we may occasionally record audio and visual content. By applying, you acknowledge and accept this as part of our working environment.
• Realise have been in business over 35 years from our humble roots in Sheffield, to over 500 employees UK-wide. We are proud of be a part of the AQA charity group.