Apprentice Review
at Go-Ahead London
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Driver
New Cross, Greater London
Review Submitted: January 2026
Overall Rating
4.5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
If I start early in the morning, I will check a bus over and take it out into service and drive passengers around and then hand it over to another driver later on in the day.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I have really enjoyed the programme so far, it has been very varied and interesting.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I’ve learnt how to improve my communication and people skills, as well as improving my driving skills and leaning how to drive a bus.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well structured, there are lots of people who helped me along the way and the sessions are delivered in a good order and manner.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I get quite a bit of support if I need help
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
They trained me so that I felt 100% ready going into exams and gaining my qualifications.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I have a better understanding and now experience in customer care and I feel more confident driving on the roads.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
Not that I am aware of.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Go-Ahead London to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They pay well, a really nice work environment and I really enjoy working there.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Go-Ahead London?
Trust in your training, enjoy every aspect of your learning, make as many friends along the way, make sure you get enough sleep and listen to your driving instructors.
