Transport Skills Trainer

Realisetraining; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider in the UK is looking for an experienced trainer to develop future bus drivers. This hybrid role allows you to leverage your industry experience while delivering quality training sessions. Responsibilities include engaging learners in both classroom and online settings, providing feedback, and liaising with employers. The position requires strong knowledge of bus driving standards, effective communication, and a passion for helping others succeed. The salary is up to £30,000 plus a £1,500 South Allowance.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public 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

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of bus driving standards, safety, and customer service excellence.
• Holds relevant industry qualifications.
• Confident in delivering training both face-to-face and online.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging learning sessions.
• Equip learners with essential knowledge and behaviours for their apprenticeship.
• Liaise with employers to coordinate operational requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of bus driving standards

Customer service excellence

Passion for helping others succeed

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Confidence in delivering training

Education

Relevant industry qualifications

Job description

Overview

Ready to step away from shift work and use your transport experience to develop others? At Realise, we’re seeking industry professionals who want to shape the next generation of safe, reliable bus drivers. No teaching qualification is required – just strong experience and the motivation to help people succeed.

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

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, inclusive learning and development sessions (classroom and/or online)
• Tailor workshop content using learners’ initial assessment results
• Equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required for their apprenticeship and future career
• Prepare and mark learner work, providing constructive feedback and tracking progress
• Support learners in building their portfolio of evidence ready for End Point Assessment (EPA)
• Schedule and conduct timely learner reviews, gathering feedback from relevant stakeholders
• Liaise with employers to confirm attendance and coordinate operational requirements such as driver release
• Maintain accurate records and complete administrative tasks to ensure compliance
• Uphold high quality standards across all training activities
• Build positive, professional relationships with learners and employers to create a supportive learning environment

Where will I be based?

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

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

• 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 sectors including transport, business skills, adult education, and more.
• Our mission is to deliver great training programmes and promote the wellbeing of our learners and employees.
• We 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 has been in business for over 35 years, from our roots in Sheffield, to over 500 employees UK-wide. We are proud to be part of the AQA charity group.

Salary

Up to £30,000 plus £1.5K South Allowance