Trainee Driver Application form help

[katydap]

I am applying for the trainee driver position and the form asks about personal development. I am a delivery driver and don't have appraisals or go on courses like alot of people do as part of thier jobs.
Any ideas on what I can put???

 

[srich82]

Well be honest. Describe in what ways your job has improved you as a person. What have you learnt since starting? What skills have you developed? Try and focus this around the aspects of a Train Driver that they are looking for.

E.g. How do you handle working alone? How have you learnt the routes for your deliveries? Is Customer Service involved in your role and if yes, how has this improved since you started?

You might have to be slightly creative, not suggesting you lie, but it's ok to exaggerate points for effect.

 

[katydap]

Thanks srich82 that is very helpful.

 

[sw1ller]

Sorry if this is late, but I was a lorry driver and have recently started as a trainee driver. some of the personal developments are the driver CPC, any ADR courses or any professional driving accreditations. I also stated that during long drives, I like to imagine I'm on a driving test. This keeps my concentration levels up as well as my skills. Another thing I said (I'm blue light trained from a previous job) I liked to do, was Risk Triggered Commentry. As I'm driving I would observe any possible dangers (car pulling up to junction, kids playing by roadside ect) and call them out as I'm driving along.

These are all to do with personal development. You have to remember though, always have safety at the heart of most answers (where appropriate).

Anyway, hope this helps and good luck.