Independent Travel Trainer/Guide Trainer

WMJobs; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Independent Travel Trainer/Guide Trainer to make a significant impact on the lives of children and young people with special educational needs. In this rewarding role, you will deliver essential training to Passenger Assistants, helping them gain the skills needed to support students effectively. Your experience in training and working with vulnerable groups will empower you to create tailored training packages. Join a dedicated team that values your commitment to enhancing the educational journeys of those in need and enjoy a fulfilling career with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or significant relevant experience.
• Teaching or training qualification at level 3 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PATS course content to Passenger Assistants.
• Provide 1:1 home to school travel training for young people.

Skills

Experience with special educational needs

Training and development

Communication skills

Relationship building

Driving license

Education

Degree level education

Teaching or training qualification (Level 3)

Job description

Independent Travel Trainer/Guide Trainer

Join to apply for the Independent Travel Trainer/Guide Trainer role at WMJobs

Independent Travel Trainer/Guide Trainer

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Independent Travel Trainer/Guide Trainer role at WMJobs

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council,

Independent Travel Trainer / Guide Trainer

Hours: 37 hours per week

If you are an enthusiastic trainer who would like to plan and deliver courses to Passenger Assistants/ Drivers and teach them practical skills to support our young people on their journey to and from school, we would love to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Travel Trainer/Guide Trainer to join our team and make a positive difference for children, young people and adults with SEND within Solihull.

Our Independent Travel Training Team is made up of approximately 300 passenger assistants and drivers, all who provide invaluable support and assistance to children and young people with Special Educational Needs on their journey to and from school.

In this key role as a Guide Trainer, you will be required to deliver PATS course content to all of our Passenger Assistants, to do this you will need to successfully complete the Passenger Assistance Training Scheme (PATS) (with exam).

You will also draw on your training experience to create additional bespoke training packages for Passenger Assistants, that are tailored to the needs of individuals who use their transport, and to equip Passenger Assistants with the confidence and knowledge to support students effectively.

Working directly with young people with special educational needs, you will also be responsible for providing 1:1 home to school travel training, positively promoting the Solihull Travel Training Scheme to children, young people, their families, schools and other agencies and developing and maintaining good working relationships with Solihull Schools.

To be successful in the role you will be educated to degree level or able to demonstrate significant relevant experience, as well have as a teaching or training qualification at level 3 award or equivalent.

You will also need:

• Experience of working with adults, young people or children with special educational needs.
• Experience of developing, co-ordinating and delivering training packages.
• Great written and spoken communication skills.
• Experience of building effective relationships with vulnerable and / or socially excluded young people and their families.
• A flexible approach to working hours, with the ability to travel across the Borough and work from a variety of locations, to support young people and adults into education/employment. This will include early morning starts.
• A driving licence and car owner/use of suitable vehicle. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
  
  
  

In return we offer you the opportunity to work with a friendly and professional team, who share your commitment and passion in making a positive contribution to the lives of individuals with additional needs.

To apply, please click on the link below. If you have a specific question regarding this post, please contact Katrina Carroll, Independent Travel Team Lead, on 0121 704 8139 or [e-mail]

Applicants previously invited to interview need not apply.

Closing date: 25th May 2025

Interviews will held week commencing 2nd June 2025.

This post will require a Disclosure and Barring check for working with children and adults.

Please note we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.

Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.

Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and a commitment to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Attached documents

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at WMJobs by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Instructor” roles.

Online Music Instructor - No Experience Needed

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 1 year ago

Coventry, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Assistant Professor in Sustainable Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Dubai) - Birmingham Business School - 105669 - Grade 8

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Business Management Lecturer - TLG College

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago

Lecturer of English (GCSE and Functional Skills)

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 3 hours ago

Lecturer in English (Functional Skills) - Hourly Paid

West Bromwich, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago

Lecturer in Business & Management Subjects Level 7, Birmingham

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Dudley, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

FE Sports Lecturer & Academy Football Coach

West Midlands, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Lecturer EAP, English for Academic Purposes, Birmingham

Wednesbury, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Worcester and Kidderminster Area 2 weeks ago

Coventry, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago

Lecturer EAP, English for Academic Purposes, Birmingham

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.