Driving Instructor

Driving Instructor

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to invite applications for the post of Driver Instructor, based in East of Scotland. This is a full-time opportunity, working 35 hours per week however applications from individuals seeking to work on a part time, job share or flexible working basis would be considered.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake driving instructor duties for Category B+E, C1 and C (LGV) Driving Licence Acquisition to all uniformed and support personnel for the Scottish Fire & Rescue Service. Please refer to attached job description for further details).

Applicants will require previous experience of Driver Training as well as a Category B+E Driving Entitlement, Category C (LGV) Driving License (Min 3 years), experience of delivering driver and/or driver related training and evidence of delivering licence acquisition testing, technical and practical training.

Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack.

Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review - in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements. A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.

If you would like to apply in a different format, please email People Services at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk.

Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment.