Oxford Driving Advisor

Regional Driving Assessment Centre; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Employer pension contributions

Funded professional development

Job summary

The Regional Driving Assessment Centre is seeking a friendly DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) to join our assessment team in Oxford. You will collaborate with Occupational Therapists to deliver structured fitness-to-drive and vehicle access assessments, providing essential support to clients with disabilities.

This full-time role focuses on professionalism and client care, requiring a commitment to supporting individuals in retaining their driving independence. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with people with medical conditions or disabilities.
• Experience teaching or advising on vehicle adaptations for disability needs.
• Previous assessment, advisory or specialist instruction experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fitness to drive and vehicle access assessments.
• Work jointly with Occupational Therapists in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Communicate assessment outcomes to clients and external agencies.
• Maintain records and documentation according to RDAC standards.

Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Technical instructional skill

Education

DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) qualification

Job description

The Regional Driving Assessment Centre (RDAC) is a UK registered charity dedicated to empowering people with disabilities, long‑term health conditions and accessibility needs by giving them freedom to move and maintain independence. RDAC provides specialist driving, access and mobility services across multiple centres nationwide, delivering assessments, adaptations, independent travel support, and tailored solutions rooted in care, dignity and innovation.

Our values are central to our work: Respect, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration and Inclusion.

We are seeking a friendly, forward‑thinking DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) to join our assessment team. You will work closely with Occupational Therapists and other professionals to deliver structured fitness‑to‑drive and vehicle access assessments that help clients with a range of disabilities and medical conditions to retain or regain their driving independence.

This role combines technical instructional skill with empathy, adaptability and a commitment to client‑centred support.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver fitness to drive and vehicle access assessments for clients with medical conditions and disabilities in line with RDAC’s Standard Operating Procedures.
• Work jointly with Occupational Therapists as part of a multi‑disciplinary assessment team.
• Communicate assessment outcomes clearly and sensitively to clients and, where appropriate, to external agencies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing insight into instructional practice and client needs.
• Maintain records, documentation and reporting in accordance with RDAC standards.
• Uphold high standards of professionalism, accessibility and client care in all interactions.

Essential Experience and Qualifications

• DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) qualification.
• Willingness to complete the Driving Mobility Academy training programme.
• Experience working with people with medical conditions or disabilities.
• Experience of teaching or advising on vehicle adaptations for disability needs.
• Previous assessment, advisory or specialist instruction experience.

Training and Development

A full induction programme will be provided, together with ongoing supervision and professional development. Successful candidates will be supported to complete the Professional Certificate in Driving Assessment and Outdoor Mobility. This qualification is funded by RDAC and study time will be provided.

Contracted Hours and Flexibility

• Full time: 37 hours per week
• Part time: considered for flexible working arrangements
• You will be contracted from RDAC Head Office, Solihull, have a named base, with some travel to RDAC satellite centres (Cannock, Leicester, Manchester, Northampton, Oxford, Wolverhampton, Worcester) to meet service needs.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Protected CPD time
• Longevity bonus scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employer pension contributions
• Funded professional development and study support

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss interview dates.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, and forward‑thinking DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) to join our friendly and experienced organisation.

RDAC is a charity supporting people with medical conditions and disabilities helping them to regain or maintain their independence. Our values are Respect, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration and Inclusion.