Driver Trainer

Force 1- North Wales Police- Role Type 1- Police Staff- Business Area 1- Corporate Services- Department 1- Training- Location 1- Colwyn Bay Force Headquarters- Grade 1- Scale 6- Salary 1- £30,783 - £35,982- Agile Working 1- Fixed - this role can only be performed from a specific location.- Part/Full Time 1- Full Time- Hours per Week 1- 37- Type of Contract 1- Permanent- Level of Welsh language ability required? 1- 2- Closing Date
- 18/04/2024, 12:00
- Job Advert Description 1This is an outstanding opportunity to join the Training department at North Wales Police as the Driver Trainer. You’ll be joining on a permanent contract working full time hours, within an organisation that will truly support your success in the workplace.

**Initial Salary Start** £30,783 progressing to £35,982 (once qualified).

**What does the Driver Trainer role entail?**

To provide internal staff and external clients with specialist driver training and development to fulfil their respective specialist roles and any future training, including refresher training, that may become the responsibility of Training Learning and Development business area.

**Other duties of the Driver Trainer will include, but not be limited to;**
- Responsible for the design and delivery of theoretical and practical training materials/methods and documentation.
- Contribute positively and constructively to team planning processes.
- To take a lead role when required in areas where students need to be developed.
- To assist with any new training and development projects introduced by North Wales Police and COP/APP.
- Monitor trends and to develop appropriate training and development programmes and materials.

**What will I need to be considered for the Driver Trainer role?**
- DVSA Approved Driving Instructors (ADI) qualification - or be prepared to work towards an ADI Qualification
- For the unqualified role - Educated to A-Level standard or possess an equivalent amount of relevant experience, and work towards completion of OCR L&D level 4 Learning & Development qualification.
- For the qualified role - Possess OCR L&D level 4 Learning & Development qualification or equivalent, or an equivalent amount of proven relevant experience.
- Training Plan for Unqualified to Qualified role will require studying for and achievement of the above qualification, within 9-12 months. Protected learning time will be provided.
- A full driver’s licence.
- The ability to travel across the force area is required.
- Knowledge of Data Protection procedures, computer misuse and other relevant computer policies and legislation.

**DESIRABLE**
- Possess a good working knowledge of the College of Policing (COP) Roads Policing & Police Driver Learning Programme.
- Possess a good working knowledge of COP Pursuit Management Authorised Professional Practice (APP)
- Proven experience of working in a driver training role including experience of training design & delivery, quality assurance and assessment procedures, briefing and presentation/trainer skills.
- Evidence of continued and relevant training in the appropriate areas.
- Possess a good working knowledge if VIP protection driving and CAT ‘A’ escorts.

**What are our benefits**

Here at North Wales Police we value our employees and we provide ample support and training to ensure you excel in your role, alongside receiving benefits such as:

- All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join
- 33 days annual leave (pro-rata, including public holidays)
- Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes
- Option to become a member of UNISON, the public service union
- Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters and not forgetting our wellbeing dog
- Pension scheme
- Flexible working opportunities
- Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements
- Sick pay provisions

**Disability Confident Employer**

If you join us with a disability or medical condition, we aim to support you so you can carry out your role effectively. Where possible we’ll arrange reasonable adjustments so you can do this.

**How do you apply**

The post profile will tell you all you need to know about the job and what skills you’ll need to apply.

**Closing date**: 18/04/2024