Large goods vehicle (LGV) driver C + E
Level 2 · IntermediateTransport and logistics 1.1 yr typical
About this apprenticeship
What it involves
A large goods vehicle driver C+E operates articulated lorries and road trains to transport goods safely and legally across the UK and sometimes internationally. This level 2 apprenticeship covers the full C+E licence category alongside professional driver CPC training and road transport regulations. It is the direct entry route into professional HGV driving, with progression to driver trainer, transport planner, or logistics management.
On the job
What you’ll learn
Safe driving techniques for articulated vehicles in all weather and road conditions
Vehicle checks, defect reporting, and basic roadside emergency procedures
Drivers' hours rules, tachograph operation, and Working Time Regulations
Load securing methods and the relevant weight and dimension limits
Hazardous goods and temperature-controlled transport regulations
Customer delivery expectations and professional conduct on site
Fuel-efficient driving techniques and their environmental impact
On the job
What you’ll do day to day
Complete a thorough walk-round safety check before every journey
Plan routes using sat-nav, maps, and live traffic information
Drive articulated vehicles safely and legally in line with the Highway Code
Record hours and rest periods accurately on a digital tachograph
Couple and uncouple trailers following correct safety procedures
Load, secure, and unload cargo to specification and legal weight limits
Deliver goods to customers professionally and obtain proof of delivery
The deal
How this apprenticeship works
You earn a wage from day one. You are a paid employee, not a student. There are no tuition fees - the training is funded by your employer and the government.
About 20% is “off-the-job” training. Roughly a day a week is spent learning away from your normal duties - at a college, training provider, or online - working towards a recognised qualification.
It ends with an end-point assessment (EPA). Near the end, an independent assessor checks you can do the job to the national standard - through tests, a project, a portfolio or an interview. Pass it and you are fully qualified.
How to get there
What you need to start
Level 2 (Intermediate) - roughly GCSE level. Often open with few or no formal qualifications - a strong first step. Some employers ask for a couple of GCSEs.
What’s next: Typically leads on to a Level 3 (Advanced) apprenticeship.
Entry requirements are set by each employer and can vary - always check the specific vacancy.
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