Join us at Realise and be part of the team driving the future of passenger transport training The Role Are you an experienced Bus Driver looking for a change? Imagine a role where you can use your expertise to shape the future of the transport industry—without working weekends or late shifts. At Realise, we offer a rewarding opportunity to stay in the industry you love while enjoying a structured, Monday-to-Friday schedule. Step into a career where you can inspire and mentor the next generation of professional drivers, all while benefiting from a stable routine and a supportive environment. As one of the UK’s leading Passenger Transport training providers, we work with high-profile operators dedicated to upskilling their workforce. You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of transport by equipping learners with the skills they need to become safe, competent, and professional Bus Drivers. This role is Monday to Friday, typically from 7.30am to 3.30pm, with the potential to transition to 9am–5pm in the future, and based at a Manchester depot. Key Responsibilities: - Demonstrating a deep understanding of what it takes to be an outstanding driver. - Using your industry experience to deliver high-quality training sessions. - Managing a caseload of learners and guiding them to successfully complete their apprenticeships, including end-point assessments. - Maintaining the highest standards of quality in all training delivery. - Adapting teaching methods to suit individual learning needs. - Leading engaging group training sessions, both remotely and in-person. The Benefits: - 25 days holiday plus public and bank holidays - Purchase scheme for up to 5 additional days annual leave - 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 - £1,000 Employee referral bonus scheme About You: - Extensive bus driving experience. - A valid CPC and PCV licence. - Experience in training or mentoring, such as practical bus driver training, classroom training, CPC training, route learning, or vehicle familiarisation. - ICT literacy. - Level 2 qualifications in English & Mathematics (desirable but not essential). - An assessment qualification (TAQA Level 3/A1/D32/33) (desirable but not essential—we will support you in obtaining this qualification). - A teaching qualification (e.g., AET, PTLLS) (desirable but not essential—we will support you in obtaining this qualification). - Experience in preparing training curriculums and teaching materials (desirable but not essential). What Happens Next? - The Realise Recruitment team will be in touch, regardless of the outcome. - Our interview process is tailored to each role and may be conducted in person or remotely. - This position involves a two-stage interview process: An initial telephone interview, followed by a one-hour formal interview with competency and behavioural questions, inclusive of a short microteach session. - As an inclusive employer, please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments. 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 is clear: to deliver outstanding training programmes that equip learners for success. - We prioritise the wellbeing of our learners and employees and are committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment, and fulfilling our Prevent Duty obligations. - All successful applicants will undergo a DBS and online search check at the job offer stage. We will also require proof of qualifications and the Right to Work in the UK.