LGV C+E APPRENTICE

PAWSON HOLDINGS LTD

ROTHERHAM (S66 7RL)

Closes on Tuesday 20 October 2026

Posted on 8 September 2026

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Summary

An exciting opportunity to the right candidate to work and learn to gain  their C+E Driving Entitlement!  If you would enjoy carrying out courier driving and gain experience of deliveries whilst completing an LGV Apprenticeship consider this apprenticeship!

Wage

Competitive

Competitive wage offered

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Wage to be discussed pending on experience

Training course
Large goods vehicle (LGV) driver C + E (level 2)
Hours
Hours will need to be flexible to business needs.

48 hours a week

Start date

Monday 2 November 2026

Duration

1 year 1 month

Positions available

5

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Courier driving daily in the region. To maintain our Customer Service Excellence, drivers must focus on delivery, timeliness, information, professionalism and attitude.

Below are some of the daily duties of our courier drivers

  • Loading and unloading
  • Route planning
  • Safe transport
  • Customer service
  • Verification and documentation
  • Vehicle maintenance

Where you'll work

FIELDHOUSES
ASHTON LANE
BRAITHWELL
ROTHERHAM
S66 7RL

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

TRS TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Large goods vehicle (LGV) driver C + E (level 2)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Drive safely and efficiently on public and private roads, and manoeuvre the vehicle in restricted spaces; safely use and position vehicle fitted equipment (eg mobile cranes)
  • Proficiently control the vehicle taking into account the size and type of vehicle and trailer
  • Use relevant equipment and machinery safely and efficiently to ensure the safe handling of customer goods, safely open and restrain trailer and vehicle body doors.
  • Carry out delivery and other relevant activities in a safe and efficient manner complying with relevant systems and processes, following instructions and organisational policy
  • Prepare the vehicle and the load for deliveries, including safely using and positioning vehicle fitted equipment; carry out vehicle safety checks and deal with or report any defects or maintenance issues to the appropriate person; complete daily walk round check sheets
  • Ensure the vehicle is correctly loaded and is safely secured to minimize chances of damage or load shifting
  • Ensure techniques are used to protect the vehicle and load from theft and damage.
  • Effectively plan the most economical route to be used, minimising waste and loss; plan, prioritise and adapt accordingly when situations arise out of the normal routine
  • Use relevant IT systems appropriately and in line with organisational requirements.
  • Fully comply with appropriate legislation and regulation within the transport industry
  • Work safely adhering to the health, safety guidelines e.g. manual handling
  • Use Appropriate methods to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues in line with organisational standards
  • Work independently using own initiative.
  • Work closely with suppliers and customers to ensure any problems, damages or anomalies are corrected.
  • Work as part of a team, showing an ability to work under pressure and to agreed deadlines.
  • Support colleagues and contribute to achieving objectives or goals.
  • Use and connect to the correct type of trailer and its operating systems
  • Drive safely and efficiently on public and private roads, and manoeuvre the vehicle in restricted spaces; safely use and position vehicle fitted equipment (eg mobile cranes)
  • Proficiently control the vehicle taking into account the size and type of vehicle and trailer
  • Use relevant equipment and machinery safely and efficiently to ensure the safe handling of customer goods, safely open and restrain trailer and vehicle body doors.
  • Carry out delivery and other relevant activities in a safe and efficient manner complying with relevant systems and processes, following instructions and organisational policy
  • Prepare the vehicle and the load for deliveries, including safely using and positioning vehicle fitted equipment; carry out vehicle safety checks and deal with or report any defects or maintenance issues to the appropriate person; complete daily walk round check sheets
  • Ensure the vehicle is correctly loaded and is safely secured to minimize chances of damage or load shifting
  • Ensure techniques are used to protect the vehicle and load from theft and damage.
  • Effectively plan the most economical route to be used, minimising waste and loss; plan, prioritise and adapt accordingly when situations arise out of the normal routine
  • Use relevant IT systems appropriately and in line with organisational requirements.
  • Fully comply with appropriate legislation and regulation within the transport industry
  • Work safely adhering to the health, safety guidelines e.g. manual handling
  • Use Appropriate methods to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues in line with organisational standards
  • Work independently using own initiative.
  • Work closely with suppliers and customers to ensure any problems, damages or anomalies are corrected.
  • Work as part of a team, showing an ability to work under pressure and to agreed deadlines.
  • Use and connect to the correct type of trailer and its operating systems

Training schedule

As an LGV Driver Apprentice (CAT C+E), you will complete LGV training modules and complete 3 theory tests 1a 1b and mod2.

Towards the end of the apprenticeship driver training lessons will prepare you to be test ready for LGV C+E.

This is a full-time job giving you the opportunity to learn a skill set alongside experienced industry professionals, where the learning is completed during your employment whilst you are earning a wage.

More training information

TRS Training will provide monthly online sessions to complete your apprenticeship and provide the LGV Training towards the end of the year. 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

Driving Licence in:

Driving licence (grade Pass)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Mathematics (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Physical fitness
  • Driving Licence

Other requirements

Are you clear of any offences/or do you have any pending, including traffic violations?

Are you willing to apply for a DBS, prior to initial employment and then on a periodic basis?

About this employer

Founded in 1921, Pawson Transport is a long-established, family-run transport and distribution company based in South Yorkshire. Since then, we have been proud to deliver reliable transport solutions for over 100 years, consistently supporting businesses with dependable and efficient logistics services. Over the years, we have not only adapted to changing markets but also embraced innovation, while maintaining the high standards our customers expect.

https://www.pawsontransport.com/pawson-transport/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

This opportunity is for hard working, ambitious individuals who possess the very same commitment for continuous improvement.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

The progression of this apprenticeship is from a courier driver to LGV C+E Class one driver.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TRS TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000051376.

Apply now

Closes on Tuesday 20 October 2026