Supply Chain Specialist Large Goods Vehicle (LGV) Driver (Apprenticeship Level 2)
Introduction
The apprenticeship standard for Large Goods Vehicle (LGV) Driver was designed by employer representatives of the supply chain and logistics Industry.
It is suitable for apprentices employed in a wide variety of organisations. This apprenticeship provides the foundation knowledge, skills and experience for the role of LGV Driver within occupational areas in the supply chain and logistics industry.
To include LGV Cat C driver training and DVSA tests and on successful completion of the apprenticeship Cat CE training and DVSA test.
Entry Requirements
Apprentices must hold a valid UK driving licence (at least Cat B car licence) in order to access the apprenticeship and must be 18 years old by the time they are ready to gain their provisional vocational licence.
There are no other formal qualifications required to start this apprenticeship but you will be assessed to ensure you have the ability to complete the English and Maths qualification to at least level 1.
Functional Skills
Apprentices will be required to have or achieve level 1 English and maths and taken the exams for level 2 prior to completion of their Apprenticeship. If Level 2 has already been achieved then development of further English and maths skills will continue for the whole of the apprenticeship.
Duration
This apprenticeship will take a minimum of 12 months and 1 week to complete.
Progression
This Apprenticeship will off er people aged 18 and above in employment the chance to gain the Cat C driving licence, improve knowledge and skills in their vocational role and enhance their career prospects.
Funding
This apprenticeship is in funding band Level 5. Levy paying employers may fund apprentices on this programme from their Apprenticeship Account and non-levy paying SMEs through the co-funded option. There may be a small fee for some SME’s.
End Point Assessment
To achieve this apprenticeship standard, the employer, training provider and apprentice will agree when the apprentice is ready and competent to undertake the independent end point assessment, which will test their skills knowledge and behaviours required for this role.