An exciting opportunity has arisen to support the Head of Operational Training TLGN based at our Hornsey Training Academy. You will have the opportunity to provide strategic direction and lead the Driver Instructor (DI) teams in effective development & delivery of all DI learning activities.

You will be delivering operational training, assessing and providing support for Govia Thameslink Railway. Develop training materials and processes to ensure industry best practice is implemented for all DI grades. Working closely with Operational Standards teams and industry partners to provide solutions that meet the needs of the business whilst complying to safety standards.

This post will predominately cover DI recruitment / training / assessing, but will carry out training for other operational safety critical grades within the scope of the individual's competency.

You will also be planning and implementing procedures to ensure that DIs are trained and assessed as competent in defined operational duties. Ensure training programs, development workshops and competency assessments are relevant to work performed and are carried out in required timescales. Ensure training and competency records for DIs are maintained and are in date. Develop and implement company specific systems and standards for DI training and on-going assessment cycles.

You will be required to possess the following:

• Operational experience as a Train Driver (Minimum 3 years)
• Previous experience as a Driver Instructor/ Minder Driver/ Driver Trainer
• Ability to motivate and inspire adult learners through open, honest and constructive feedback
• Excellent communication skills, including use of Information Technology
• Use creativity and initiative to undertake intensive project and development work using learning technologies

The successful candidate will enjoy free travel on GTR network, discounted travel on other train operating companies and London Underground, a final pension salary scheme, discounted travel on Eurostar after 1 years service and discounts from high street shops.

All completed applications should be submitted by Friday 16th December 2022 at 2345.