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Driver Trainer
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Source date: 10/14/2026
About this role
Job Description The role As a Driver Trainer at our Hemel Hempstead Regional Service Centre, you’ll play a vital role at the heart of our Transport operation, helping our driver population stay safe, confident, and efficient on the road. Working closely with the on-site Transport Management Team, Driver Training Manager, and the wider Driving Academy, you will champion road safety, reduce accidents through defensive driving, and promote fuel-efficient driving techniques. The position is predominantly Monday - Friday 06:00-15:00, although flexibility is required to support the operations. At NEXT, we’re committed to supporting your growth, giving you the tools, training, and backing you need to be a trusted department expert and make a real difference across our distribution network. What you'll take on Conduct Van and LGV driving assessments for recruitment of core and agency Drivers. Plan and deliver engaging induction programmes for all new permanent and agency drivers to get them off to the best possible start. Carry out routine driving assessments, post-accident retraining, and tailored coaching to support continuous driver development. Deliver interactive CPC training through a mix of classroom and online learning sessions. Ensure initial driver licence checks, training guidelines, and risk assessments remain strictly aligned with current workplace legislation and company standards. Keep accurate, compliant training records and documentation up to date. Support the wider distribution network by occasionally adjusting working hours or travelling to other Regional Service Centres as required. What you'll bring A valid Class 1 (C+E) driving licence and a minimum of 1 year Class 1 diving experience alongside a practical knowledge of tachograph rules and Working Time regulations. Experience in coaching and delivering training, particularly Driver CPC modules, in a clear and encouraging way. An LGV Assessors Qualification or similar to the role. Ability to plan and deliver your own schedule to ensure that we service our Transport departments requirements as effectively as possible. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence others positively and build great working relationships. A flexible, adaptable mindset with the organisational skills to reprioritise your day quickly when plans change. A strong commitment to health and safety, with a supportive approach to helping colleagues succeed. You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 44,000 people across the Next group. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 450 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 80 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global! Sharesave scheme 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT) Generous bonus scheme for many roles Restaurants with great food at amazing prices Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops Free on-site parking 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email Recruitmenthelpdesk@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 01977 327 900 and leave a voicemail. Job Info Job Identification 77776 Job Category Transport Posting Date 11/05/2026 Apply Before 11/19/2026 Job Schedule Full time Locations Eastman Way, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 7EL, GB Weekly Contracted Hours 42 M-F Annual Salary c£49,800 Contract Type Perm Hourly Rate £20.52 + 11%