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LEARN TO DRIVE A BUS OR COACH WITH the Skills Driving Academy

 

Here at The Skills Group, we work with some of the best! The best buses and the best people. With plenty of opportunities to grow within the business, we also offer many great benefits including pension and retail discounts.

 

Our academy covers:

 

  • Practical driver training to PCV test level

  • Vehicle familiarisation

  • Theory test practice

  • Hazard perception practice

  • CPC case studies and more!

 



Our training centre is located at our Skills Head Office in Bulwell, Nottinghamshire (just off Junction 26). We offer free off-road parking and a spacious, modern and well-equipped training room, with Wi-Fi, kicthen and toilets.

 

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Job Description

 

Thinking of a new career? Want an Opportunity to see more of Europe and the UK? Skills’ Unique On-site Driver Training Academy gives a fantastic opportunity to anyone aged 19 and over with 3 points or less wanting a professional and rewarding career in the coach industry.

 

About the Role

 

  • You will Gain a professional PCV Drivers Licence to category D standard enabling you to become a professional Bus and Coach driver and travel throughout Europe.

  • This is an onsite instruction.

  • The cost of the training is £3000 (payable over 24 months) with a deduction refund of £3000 paid on month 25 of employment.

  • Once qualified, you will work five or six days out of seven.

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

 

We are looking for enthusiastic drivers who enjoy dealing with people and have a positive attitude. You must:

 

  • Hold a full driving licence

  • Prior experience not necessary

 

Salary and benefits

  • Starting Wage of £11.44ph while training. £12.80 per hour when qualified and enhanced rates of £13.70 on Saturdays and Sundays.

  • Company pension scheme, 28 days holiday, holiday discounts for friends and family.

  • Employee Assistance Program - 24hrs, 365 days a year’s mental health support.

 

Application: If you think you would be an asset to our team and could help us achieve our vision then apply now! Please apply to

recruitment@skills.co.uk

 

Our training centre is located at our Skills Head Office in Bulwell, Nottinghamshire (just off Junction 26). We offer free off-road parking and a spacious, modern and well-equipped training room, with Wi-Fi, kicthen and toilets.

 

 

Name Address
Skills Head Office Belgrave Road
Bulwell
Nottingham
NG6 8LY

GET ON BOARD TODAY

To begin your new career in the friendly, professional atmosphere of the Skills Driving Academy please contact: recruitment@skills.co.uk

 

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Skills

Belgrave Road

Bulwell

Nottingham

NG6 8LY

Skills, Belgrave Road, Bulwell, Nottingham, NG6 8LY. Registered in England Number 546349. VAT Registered Number 660 5538 34.

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