About Us

About Us

Who We Are

Based near Galashiels in the Scottish Borders Jim Paxton Driver Training is at the forefront of LGV, PCV and B+E tuition.

Founded in 1995 Jim Paxton has over 40 years experience as a professional driver and so brings to the training industry a wealth of experience to pass on to customers.

Jim was the first instructor in the Scottish Borders to pass the Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) LGV instructor test.

Other qualifications include:
  • PSV Driving Instructor assessment Scheme (1993)
  • Bus and Coach Driving Instruction (1993)
  • Competences in training and development vocational assessor award (1993)
  • Certificate for Assessors (D32) (1993)
  • Certificate for Assessors, Second Line (D33) (1993)
  • CPC in National Road Haulage Operations (1996)
  • CPC in National Road Passenger Transport Operations (1997)
  • DSA Registered Large Goods Vehicle Instructor (1998)
  • A1 Assessing Candidates using a range of methods (2009)
  • Delivery Skills Training (FTA) (2010)
  • Subject Matter Training (FTA) (2010)
  • Preparing to teach in the lifelong learning sector (PTLLS level 4) (2012)
  • DVSA Approved Driver CPC Module 3a (Off Road Test) Delegated Examiner 

Quality

Everything we do centers on providing services of the highest level of quality.

Fair Prices

Satisfying customers is our top priority. That’s why we believe in offering fair and transparent prices with no hidden fees or extra charges.
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