Business Details
6 Years
experience
Your Trusted HGV Training Partner in the UK
Craig Baker Driver Training is a leading UK HGV and PCV training provider with over two decades of industry experience. We specialise in delivering comprehensive driver education programmes ranging from car driving lessons to advanced HGV and LGV qualifications. Our DVSA-approved instructors combine extensive practical knowledge with structured training methodologies to ensure candidates achieve exceptional pass rates exceeding national averages. We offer tailored courses including CPC Module 4 preparation, ADR hazardous goods licensing, and HIAB operator training while maintaining strong industry partnerships to support post-qualification employment opportunities. Our commitment to quality instruction is evidenced by our investment in modern training facilities across multiple locations including Wigan, Sheffield, and Milton Keynes.With flexible learning options covering manual and automatic driving instruction, we cater to both individual learners and corporate fleet training requirements. Our team's collective expertise spans paramedic C1 licensing, digital tachograph operation, and longer semi-trailer vehicle handling. We maintain rigorous safety standards through RTITB-certified training programmes and NRI LGV instructor accreditation. The business operates under Companies House registration 12546627 with VAT number 363854766, maintaining transparent operations through cookie policy disclosures and data protection compliance.
Services
Car Driving Lessons
HGV Training
PCV Bus Driver Training
Driver CPC Courses
Forklift Truck Training
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We maintain pass rates exceeding national averages by 20%
- Our instructors hold RTITB CPC and NRI LGV certifications
- We offer direct employment connections with transport sector partners
- We provide training across 8 strategically located depots nationwide
- Our fleet includes modern vehicles with digital tachograph systems
Associations and certifications
- DVSA
- RTITB
- NRI
What people say
Expert instructors
Comprehensive training
Excellent support
High pass rates
Career opportunities
Services
HGV Training
Our HGV training programmes prepare candidates for Class 1 (44-ton) and Class 2 (7.5-ton) licensing with practical on-road instruction and theory test preparation. Courses include CPC Module 4 assessment, digital tachograph training, and ADR hazardous goods certification. With 20+ years of industry experience, our DVSA-approved instructors deliver training through modern facilities across eight UK locations.
PCV Bus Driver Training
Professional bus driver training covering Category D (full bus), D1 (minibus) and D+E trailer combinations. Our DVSA-certified instructors provide hands-on training for both new entrants and experienced drivers upgrading qualifications. The curriculum includes passenger safety protocols, route planning and compliance with public transport regulations while maintaining our 95% pass rate standard.
Driver CPC Courses
DVSA-recognised CPC training covering initial qualification Modules 2 and 4 plus periodic 35-hour refresher courses. Our RTITB-certified instructors deliver both classroom theory and practical assessment components. The programme maintains compliance with EU drivers' hours regulations and includes digital tachograph operation training using current industry-standard equipment.
Forklift Truck Training
RTITB-accredited forklift training programmes for novice operators and experienced drivers requiring refresher courses. Our counterbalance truck instruction covers warehouse safety protocols, load handling techniques and compliance with materials handling regulations. Training includes both theoretical assessment and practical operation under supervised conditions using industry-standard equipment.
Driving Instructor Training
Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) qualification programme meeting DVSA standards for trainee instructors. The course covers teaching methodologies, test preparation techniques and compliance with driver training regulations. Participants gain practical experience through supervised instruction sessions and receive ongoing support for NRI LGV instructor accreditation pathways.
People
Craig Baker
Managing Director
Over 10 years' instructional expertise combined with a decade in the HGV industry. Holds ADI, NRI LGV instructor and DVSA-approved 3a examiner qualifications. Expanded the business significantly since 2020 through strategic leadership and staff development initiatives.
Neil Cross
HGV Instructor
Experienced Wigan depot instructor with extensive haulage industry background. Specialises in practical HGV training using clear, supportive teaching methods tailored to individual learner requirements while maintaining high test preparation standards.
Andrew Lumley
HGV Instructor
Sheffield depot instructor with comprehensive transport sector knowledge. Provides structured training programmes for licence upgrades and new entrants, combining theoretical understanding with real-world driving scenarios and safety protocols.
Marcus Cumberbatch
HGV Instructor
Coventry-based instructor with decade-long operational experience across diverse HGV sectors. Delivers practical training focused on real-world challenges, safety compliance and efficient driving techniques for both novice and experienced drivers.
Julie Kirkham
Learning Development Manager
Responsible for staff training programmes and professional development initiatives. Implements continuous improvement strategies for instructor performance and maintains quality standards across all training locations and service lines.
Questions
What driving courses do you offer?
We provide HGV/LGV training (Classes 1 & 2), PCV bus driver licensing, CPC Modules 2-4, forklift truck courses, and car driving lessons including ADI instructor training.
Do you help with employment after passing tests?
Yes, we connect successful candidates with transport industry partners and provide CV writing assistance to support career progression in the logistics sector.
Are your instructors qualified?
All instructors hold DVSA approvals, RTITB CPC certification and NRI LGV instructor accreditation with extensive industry experience across multiple transport sectors.
Where are your training centres located?
We operate eight depots nationwide in Wigan, Chorley, Accrington, West Midlands, Lichfield, Sheffield, Milton Keynes and London with additional mobile training options.
Can I finance my training costs?
Yes, we offer Snap Finance options allowing payment spreading up to 48 months for eligible candidates seeking professional driver qualifications and development programmes.
What is your pass rate?
Our current pass rate exceeds national averages by 20% across all qualification levels, maintained through structured training programmes and experienced instructor support.
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