Bikeability Cycle Training Instructor

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional education council in Winchester is seeking a Bikeability Cycle Training Instructor to deliver high-quality cycle training to children. The role involves planning and delivering engaging sessions to promote safe cycling, with a focus on active travel and wellbeing. Ideal candidates are experienced cyclists, passionate about outdoor activities, and possess strong communication skills. Full training will be provided for unqualified applicants, along with a competitive benefits package, including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Fully funded accredited training

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Occupational sick pay

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• An experienced, confident, and enthusiastic cyclist with your own bike and helmet.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather and physically active environments.
• Ability to transport equipment to schools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Bikeability cycle training to primary school pupils.
• Plan, risk assess, and deliver safe and engaging sessions.
• Drive the Bikeability van and manage equipment for sessions.

Skills

Experience cycling

Strong communication skills

Basic IT literacy

Knowledge of safety and risk management

Passion for outdoor activities

Education

Level 2 Award in Instructing Cycle Training

Job description

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Bikeability Cycle Training Instructor

Job Reference: HCC622919

Contract Type: Temporary until 31 January 2027 (term-time only)

Closing Date: 4 January 2026

Interview Date: 13 and 14 January 2026

The Role:

Joining Hampshire Outdoors’ Bikeability Cycle Training Team as an Instructor, you’ll use your passion for cycling to help inspire and equip children with the skills and confidence to cycle safely on the road. You’ll play a vital role in promoting active travel, independence, and wellbeing for young people across Hampshire. If you don’t yet hold the required Bikeability award, we’ll provide fully accredited training before you start delivering courses.

Our team operates across the Hampshire County Council area, but your role will primarily focus on the Central and North regions, including Winchester, Basingstoke, Andover, Farnborough, and surrounding areas, with Winchester as your office base. You may on occasions be required to support other regions as needed.

What you’ll do:

• Deliver high-quality Bikeability cycle training to primary school pupils, groups, and individuals.
• Work as part of a team to plan, risk assess, and deliver safe and engaging sessions.
• Maintain accurate records, monitor outcomes, and support quality improvement.
• Drive the Bikeability van (training provided) and manage equipment for sessions.
• Promote cycling as a healthy, sustainable mode of transport and remove barriers to participation.

What we’re looking for:

• An experienced, confident, and enthusiastic cyclist with your own bike and helmet.
• A passion for outdoor activities, comfortable working outdoors in all weather and physically active environments.
• Strong knowledge of safety and risk management, and an understanding of what makes experiences truly valuable and high quality.
• Ability to travel across Hampshire and transport equipment to schools.
• Excellent communication skills and basic IT literacy.
• Level 2 Award in Instructing Cycle Training (or willingness to train).

Take a look at our Candidate Pack for more information about the Bikeability Cycle Training Instructor role, team and our values. The section ‘About you’ explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application.

• Make a real difference by inspiring and empowering young people with lifelong skills.
• Fully funded accredited training if you’re not already qualified.
• Work in a supportive team within Hampshire Outdoors, part of the Participation and Lifelong Learning department.
• Be part of a programme that promotes health, resilience, and sustainable travel.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here .

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Other roles you may have experience of may include: Cycle Skills Instructor, Cycling Education Instructor, Cycle Training Officer, Cycling Trainer, Cycle Safety Trainer, Bike Skills Coach, Cycling Development Instructor, Sports Coach, Outdoor Activity Coach

Travel Requirements:

You will be required to visit other locations within Hampshire and therefore need to have the ability to travel, as necessary.

The post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Gordon Read, Bikeability Coordinator on 07928 660087 or [e-mail]

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.