East of England Ambulance Service

Driver Trainer

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Job summary

Are you passionate about education and supporting others?

East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust are looking for Driving trainers to join its Driver Training Unit. Applicants must hold the DERADI qualification (Diploma in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving Instruction) and be on the Approved Driving Instructor register (ADI) with the DVSA.

Main duties of the job

The unitprovides driver education, training and assessment to staff from throughout the six counties which make up the Trust. We are looking to expand the team with qualified tutors who have a proven track record of delivering the Futurequals Level 3 Certificate in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving, and the Level 3 Patient Care Services Ambulance Driving courses.

The post's base location is to be Hethersett but will be expected to support the Driver Training Unit trust-wide.

About us

Flexibility:May be required to work at any of the Trust's sites in line with service needs.

Infection Prevention and Control:All Trust employees have duties under the "Health and safety at Work etc. Act 1974" which have a bearing on the prevention and control of infection.

Health, Safety, Security and risk management:All staff are required to adhere to and act consistently with all relevant health and safety legislation and Trust policies and procedures in order to ensure that their own and the health, safety and security of others is maintained.

Standards of Business Conduct: It is the responsibility of all employees to conduct all business in an honest and ethical manner. The Trust is committed to acting with integrity in all its dealings and relationships and to implementing effective systems to prevent bribery.

Sustainable Development:EEAST is committed to delivering its services in a more sustainable way, encouraging staff and patients to make sustainable lifestyle choices through awareness campaigns and working with local communities.

Details

Date posted

01 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

247-SS-DT-0723

Job locations

EEAST - Hethersett Old Hall

Norwich Road

Hethersett

NR9 3DW


Job description

Job responsibilities

Supporting all staff members involved in driver education and training to achieve the required levels of performance through the delivery of high quality tuition and assessment. Show flexibility in approach to ensure a fair and inclusive experience

Please read the job description for full roles and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Supporting all staff members involved in driver education and training to achieve the required levels of performance through the delivery of high quality tuition and assessment. Show flexibility in approach to ensure a fair and inclusive experience

Please read the job description for full roles and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • L3 CERAD (FutureQuals) or historic Edexcel D1/D2, must be willing to convert if historic award held.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving Instruction (FutureQuals)
  • Level 3 Certificate and Vocational Assessor Award (CAVA)
  • Evidence of Continuing professional development.

Driving Licence

Essential

  • Hold Full UK driving Licence with C1 category and no more than 3 penalty points
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • L3 CERAD (FutureQuals) or historic Edexcel D1/D2, must be willing to convert if historic award held.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving Instruction (FutureQuals)
  • Level 3 Certificate and Vocational Assessor Award (CAVA)
  • Evidence of Continuing professional development.

Driving Licence

Essential

  • Hold Full UK driving Licence with C1 category and no more than 3 penalty points

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Ambulance Service

Address

EEAST - Hethersett Old Hall

Norwich Road

Hethersett

NR9 3DW


Employer's website

https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

East of England Ambulance Service

Address

EEAST - Hethersett Old Hall

Norwich Road

Hethersett

NR9 3DW


Employer's website

https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Education Manager - Driver Training

Angela Whyte

angela.whyte@eastamb.nhs.uk

07538431970

Details

Date posted

01 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

247-SS-DT-0723

Job locations

EEAST - Hethersett Old Hall

Norwich Road

Hethersett

NR9 3DW


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