Cycle Instructor (Van Driver)

Cycle Instructor (Van Driver)

The Job - Do you love cycling?
If so, then a career as a Cycle Instructor could be perfect for you! This is a great opportunity if you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, training is provided, so no experience is necessary.

As a Cycle Instructor, you will provide instruction and support to participants in our cycle training programmes. You will help them to develop their skills and confidence, and ultimately achieve their goals.

The Company

First Step Cycle is one of the Yorkshire region's leading cycle training specialists.  We're passionate about the people we train and promoting cycling, because we know what an amazing difference it can make to people's lives.

The Position

Are you motivated by the opportunity to teach the next generation of cyclists? Do you have what it takes to instill confidence in budding bikers? If so, we want to hear from you! We are seeking keen cyclists, who will work as part of a team to deliver fun, safe and informative Bikeability Training. We are looking for a confident, individual who can work independently and within a team and is committed to delivering quality cycle sessions.

This is a flexible casual role and sessions are delivered from 8am - 3pm.

Successful candidates will be provided with the cycle instructor training qualification - 1st4sport Level 2 Award in Instructing Cycle Training (T & C's apply)

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the delivery of National Standard Cycle training as organised by First Step Sports.
• Load equipment and drive to sessions.
• Complete course paperwork including registers, assessments, course reports and results.
• Complete risk assessments of the trainees, cycles, and the training area (including on-road locations)
• Accountable for the safety and welfare of colleagues and trainees.
• Ensure training is delivered in line with First Step Sports’ health and safety policy with an awareness of accident and incident reporting procedures.
• Enable trainees to cycle safely, promoting cycling as a means of transport and a fun, healthy activity
• Dress professionally – In line with the First Step Sports Uniform.

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

• Regular and competent cyclist.
• Understanding and awareness of road and traffic environments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all trainees including children, parents and schools.
• Be decisive, maintain good discipline, inspire confidence and give encouragement.
• First Aid and Child Protection Training (Desirable).
• Understand basic cycle maintenance (Desirable)
• Please note: A Driving License and your own transport are essential for this position

First Step Sports Group is an equal opportunity employer.

*All Successful candidates will be required to participate in a full DBS clearance.

Unqualified Candidates must be available to attend the Cycle Instructor training course on the following dates:
Course dates: April dates TBC 

Location: TBC (Hull)

Start date: April 2025