Driving Instructor

Scotland; Penicuik, Kincardine, East Kilbride; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time or part-time shifts

28 days annual leave

Job summary

Police Scotland, Driver Training, is recruiting for Emergency Response Driver Trainers across Scotland, including Tulliallan, Penicuik and Jackton. You will deliver practical instruction to officers and staff, assess performance, and ensure vehicle safety and course administration.

Positions include both full-time and part-time options. Applicants should hold the required licences and instructor qualifications.

Qualifications

• Valid Driving Licence.
• Advanced Police Driver required.
• Police Driving Instructor's Course is required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Police and Police Staff in practical Emergency Response driving techniques with demonstrations based on Roadcraft.
• Deliver On-Road Police driving courses and driving reauthorisations.

Skills

Valid Driving Licence

Advanced Police Driver

Police Driving Instructor's Course

Job description

Force Training and Recruitment Centre Jackton, Penicuik, Scottish Police College Tulliallan

Department Driver Training

Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.

Job advert

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As part of the team working in Driver Training, you can make a real difference by supporting the delivery of Emergency Response Driver Training to our officers and staff.

We believe our people are our most important asset and investing in them is fundamental to the success of introducing new and emerging solutions and support to our front-line.

We are currently recruiting for immediate positions at Tulliallan (Fife), Penicuik (Midlothian), and Jackton (East Kilbride) but future vacancies may be available at other locations in Scotland.

There are current vacancies for two full-time posts and one part-time (50%) post. Candidates are invited to express their preference for location and full time/part time working within their application.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instruct Police and Police Staff in practical Emergency Response driving techniques, including providing practical demonstration drives based on Roadcraft principals.
• Deliver On-Road Police driving courses and driving reauthorisations.
• Prepare and present training courses, lectures, seminars, tutorials.
• Assess student performance using a range of methods and evidence, write formal student assessments and other reports, provide counselling and agree action plans where relevant.
• Be responsible for the daily care, maintenance and cleanliness of all vehicles used by the department and where appropriate, the transportation of vehicles to and from training areas and vehicle workshops.
• Undertake all professional development considered relevant and necessary for the role.
• Compliance with all aspects of Diversity, Health & Safety and Data Protection legislation.
• Undertake course administration functions including scheduling of training programmes.
• Will be responsible for assessing and self-managing risk within all aspects of the role.

Relevant skills & experience required/essential for the role:

• Valid Driving Licence
• Advanced Police Driver
• Police Driving Instructor's Course

Relevant skills & experience desirable for the role:

• Additional vocational licence categories (C, C1, D, D1, etc)
• DVSA Accredited Examiner

Personal Qualities Essential:

• Must comply with UK medical requirements for Group 2 licence holder

Why join us?

• Competitive salary with annual increments
• Full-time or part-time shift patterns
• 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays (increases with service)
• Local government pension scheme for long-term security
• Ongoing training to develop your skills
• Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment
• Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network

Every role in Police Scotland plays a part in Keeping People Safe.

This is an opportunity to join a national organisation serving communities across Scotland, where integrity, fairness and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

Police Scotland serves over 5 million people across Scotland's cities, towns, rural and island communities.

Our 2030 vision is for safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce.

We are committed to equality, human rights and building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Full details regarding this vacancy can be found in the attached Role Profile.

Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions.

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