Job Description

Job description
The Driver Training team is acknowledged as being critical to the force and the people of Nottinghamshire in delivering a thorough and professional training and development service we can be proud of. This requires the team to be College of Policing accredited Instructors, Licenced to deliver prescribed courses.



The team consists of 12 uniformed Instructors (Police and Staff), a Deputy and Chief Driving Instructor, all work between the hours of 07:00 and 00:00 on a five-day work pattern, with occasional weekend working envisaged, being an instructor is a demanding and tiring role therefore suitable rest periods are taken over weekends. The team work closely together to deliver training and to support each other to ensure that the best possible service is provided to our learners.



The team deliver a range of driver training events encompassing, Basic, Response, Advanced, Pursuit, Stinger, and D1 van, the events are scheduled in a delivery plan covering a 12 month period, and there are expectations for forward planning for leave. There is a requirement to complete structured administration to support course delivery, this is quality assured to ensure timeliness and consistency.



A newly appointed instructor will be required to successfully complete; an Advanced driving Authority, gain a 96% pass in a Roadcraft and Highway Code theory examination, College of Policing Trainer Essentials Programme Level 4 qualification and complete the College of Policing Police Driving Instructor process before spending time delivering Response courses. An Instructor is provided with Continuing Professional Development time to maintain relevant skills and knowledge. There is a large investment in the training and development of a Driving Instructor therefore whilst this is a permanent post there is an expectation that sucessful applicants will remain full-time in post for the initial 2 to 3 years, to consolidate their new skills with significant time spent delivering courses.



As an Instructor you will be a role model to others, setting, maintaining safe driving standards and practices with the opportunity to work closely with colleagues, other departments and other Forces. Each driving course is different according to the individual learner needs and Learning Outcomes, an Instructor must be confident, enthusiastic, motivated with good communication and decision making skills, supportive, caring and respectful.



As a guide, please see the attached Police Staff /Person Specification as an example of the full range of skills and responsibilities.



For further information about the role please contact Mr Andrew Diggle Chief Driving Instructor or Mr Alan Rawsthorne Deputy Chief Driving Instructor.

The selection process is likely to consist of the following elements: Paper sift including a review of previous driving history, a written Roadcraft and Highway Code examination - pass mark 86%, an assessed drive, practical Instructional scenario and an interview.

When applying, please complete the information on the next few screens.

The attached provides further details about the role.

When applying, refer to the person specification to evidence how you demonstrate your suitability for the role, ensuring the four areas have been considered.

You can also attach a supporting statement of no more than 2000 words referring to the person specification to evidence how you demonstrate your suitability for the role, along with your CV.

Please ensure any documents you attach during your application do not have your name or any identifiable personal details included within the text or the document name (including any images), so that your application can remain anonymous.

For current Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner staff applicants, please note that Nottinghamshire Police would be a new employer. However, an agreement has been made whereby all tenure and length of service will be honoured.

Vetting Level - Recruitment- you must have resided in the UK for at least the last 3 years

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All applicants will be subject to the Nottinghamshire Police Vetting Policy.



Nottinghamshire Police is committed to the principles of Equality, Fairness and Diversity, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community in our efforts to recruit a diverse and flexible workforce that reflects the people we serve.



Reasonable adjustments will be considered at a later stage for candidates successfully shortlisted. Please be aware, this will not cause any detriment or impact to your application, our aim is to support you throughout the process.



Current Nottinghamshire Police staff only: Candidates currently at risk will be required to complete and attach the at-risk pro-forma document.

Job details

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Job reference
REQ001327
Date posted
04/11/2025
Application closing date
18/11/2025
Location
Joint Headquarters/Arnold
Salary
37,692.00 to 39,813.00 per annum (pro-rata if part time)
Package
Contractual hours
37
Basis
Full time
Job category/type
Human Resources/L&D