Bus Driver Apprenticeship - Passenger Transport Go-Ahead London
Go-Ahead London is the leading operator and largest provider of bus passenger travel in London. Applying for the position of an Apprentice Bus Driver could be the start of your journey with a company that grows its business by encouraging and developing those who see this as a genuine career opportunity.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 30 May 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£31,500.00
£500 bonus upon successful completion of Apprenticeship
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Working week
Monday to Sunday, working 5 out of 7 days. Shifts - starting and ending between 04:00 and 02:00 TBC (approximately 8 hours a day) Working week starts on a Saturday - Rest days are not fixed.
Total hours per week: 38.0
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Expected duration
13 Months
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Possible start date
01 Jun 2023
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Date posted
28 Apr 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000159257
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Positions
100 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Initially, you will learn
- How to drive a bus around London to a high standard
- The processes and procedures required to deliver and maintain a reliable service
- How to, and the importance of ensuring the vehicle you are driving is road worthy by carrying out daily pre-service and regular checks
- How to provide excellent customer service to passenger
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Apprentices will gain a Level 2 (Intermediate) Passenger Transport Driver - Bus, Coach & Tram qualification upon successful completion of their apprenticeship. As well as a PCV (category D) licence and Driver CPC card
- Most of the training will be delivered in blocks
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Once the apprentice is fully qualified, there are a range of roles withing the company and wider industry for career progression. Some of these include but are not limited to:
- Bus Controller
- Route Controller
- Mileage Clarks
- Accident prevention managers
- Senior Garage Administrators
- Classroom Tutors
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
Go-Ahead London
https://www.goaheadlondon.com/
Address
Go-Ahead London Peckham Bus Garage
1-13 Blackpool Road
London
SE15 3SU
Contact
gal.apprenticeships.driving@goaheadlondon.com
02078195200
Training
Training provider
LONDON GENERAL TRANSPORT SERVICES LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard
Passenger transport driver - bus, coach and tram
Level 2 (GCSE)
Employer's Application Instructions
To fast tract your application please select 'Find an apprenticeship website' when asked 'How did you hear about the job?'
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 30 May 2023