Job summary
As part of our commitment to Outstanding Education in Driver Training, we are looking to recruit Driving Instructors (Educators) to our exceptional dynamic Driver Training Team.
Position: Permanent
Location: Trustwide
Driver Education & Training is delivered across all five geographical areas of NWAS which the post holder will be expected to cover as required:
- Cumbria
- Lancashire
- Merseyside
- Cheshire
- Greater Manchester
Band: Band 6 (fully qualified) plus 9% Recruitment and Retention
Training and development will be provided where a suitable ambulance driving instructor qualification for ambulance is not already held. In this case individuals will be on a training contract of employment under Annex 21 A4C T&C 70% of the pay band maximum of the qualified rate. Training must take no longer than 2 years to complete.
Professional discussion date and recruitment drive: Stage 1: Driving Assessment and a separate in vehicle lesson delivery followed by a Professional Discussion - week commencing 9th March 2026.
Are you ready to join our exceptional driver training team at NWAS then we would like to hear from you. We are looking to recruit L4 DERADI qualified driving instructors who will undertake a development program to become fully qualified as an Emergency Response Ambulance Driving Instructor. Successful applicants will be responsible for the delivery of driver education and training across all regions of the North West Ambulance Service.
Main duties of the job
The unique role will require the successful applicants to deliver driver education and training, including High Speed Driving Regulations check tests, Emergency Response Driving, Rapid Response Vehicle and Patent Transport Service driver training (when Approved Driving Instructor qualified) across all respective areas. It is expected that for effective delivery, the role will include some work activity outside of normal working hours. The role will also include supporting the delivery of all types of driver training and assessment within the education and training field, from new staff inductions to external training.
Applications are invited from candidates that meet either of the following criteria.
Candidates who hold the L4 DERADI qualification, a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor qualification would be desirable though not essential as training would be provided.
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- Existing emergency response driving instructors from a statutory service, who may, or may not, hold a valid DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) qualification.
Candidates must possess a recognised training/teaching qualification. Certificate in Education & Training (CET) or equivalent e.g. Cert. Ed/CTTLS and a Certificate in Assessing Vocational Assessment (CAVA) or equivalent e.g. D32 & D33 or A1.
Applicants must possess a valid and current UK driving licence including C1 entitlement, for a minimum of 3 years; a maximum of 3 penalty points is permitted.
About us
North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust provides 24 hour, 365 days a year accident and emergency services to those in need of emergency medical treatment and transport.
Our highly skilled staff provide life-saving care to patients in the community and take people to hospital or a place of care if needed.We also provide non-emergency patient transport services for those patients who require non-emergency transport to and from hospital and who are unable to travel unaided because of their medical condition or clinical need.
Alongside the other emergency services, we also work to ensure the safety of the public and treatment of patients in the event of a major incident.
We also deliver the NHS 111 service in the North West. NHS 111 replaced NHS Direct in 2013. This service was introduced to make it easier for people to access local NHS healthcare services in England. It provides non-emergency medical help fast, and is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants should be able to demonstrate a high level of communication and organisational skills. Individuals must also be willing to take a flexible approach to their work patterns to meet training demands. During the development to qualify as a driving instructor there is a possibility that you will attend courses which may require travel or overnight stays on occasion.
Please ensure that you have read and understood the job description and person specification before applying.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants should be able to demonstrate a high level of communication and organisational skills. Individuals must also be willing to take a flexible approach to their work patterns to meet training demands. During the development to qualify as a driving instructor there is a possibility that you will attend courses which may require travel or overnight stays on occasion.
Please ensure that you have read and understood the job description and person specification before applying.
Person Specification
Skills / Competencies
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to Drive Independently to a high standard and in accordance with the Highway Code.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skill
- Excellent planning & organisational skills
- Ability to design and implement changes to improve systems and processes.
- Proactive and self-motivated
- Ability to manage own time, work under pressure.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal with situations in a sensitive manner.
- Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages
- An understanding of the principles of equality of opportunity in relation to staff and service users.
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Full valid driving licence with C1 category held for a minimum of 3 yrs. [ max 3 penalty points].
- Must possess a recognised training/teaching qualification. Certificate in Education & Training (CET) or equivalent e.g. Cert. Ed/CTTLS and a Certificate in Assessing Vocational Assessment (CAVA) or equivalent e.g. D32 & D33 or A1.
- To be successful, you need to hold or successfully complete the following qualifications with a two-year anniversary of your employment date. ? L4DERADI ambulance driving instructor qualification.
- You must either be current, working towards or willing to work towards, Approved driving instructor ADI status.
Experience
Essential
- Existing holders of the L4 DERADI qualification with a demonstrable track record of course delivery. DVSA Approved Driving Instructor would be desirable but not essential.
- Existing emergency response driving instructors from a statutory service who may, or may not hold a valid DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) qualification. Able to undertake studies to L4 diploma level.
Person Specification
Skills / Competencies
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to Drive Independently to a high standard and in accordance with the Highway Code.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skill
- Excellent planning & organisational skills
- Ability to design and implement changes to improve systems and processes.
- Proactive and self-motivated
- Ability to manage own time, work under pressure.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal with situations in a sensitive manner.
- Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages
- An understanding of the principles of equality of opportunity in relation to staff and service users.
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Full valid driving licence with C1 category held for a minimum of 3 yrs. [ max 3 penalty points].
- Must possess a recognised training/teaching qualification. Certificate in Education & Training (CET) or equivalent e.g. Cert. Ed/CTTLS and a Certificate in Assessing Vocational Assessment (CAVA) or equivalent e.g. D32 & D33 or A1.
- To be successful, you need to hold or successfully complete the following qualifications with a two-year anniversary of your employment date. ? L4DERADI ambulance driving instructor qualification.
- You must either be current, working towards or willing to work towards, Approved driving instructor ADI status.
Experience
Essential
- Existing holders of the L4 DERADI qualification with a demonstrable track record of course delivery. DVSA Approved Driving Instructor would be desirable but not essential.
- Existing emergency response driving instructors from a statutory service who may, or may not hold a valid DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) qualification. Able to undertake studies to L4 diploma level.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
