Operational Driver Training Instructor (Essex Police College)

Location of Role: Chelmsford

Advert Closing Date: 18/07/2025

Starting Salary: £32,244.00 (pro-rata for part-time vacancies)

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Other (see advert text)

Weekend/Evening Working: No

Applications are invited for the role of Operational Driver Training Instructor within Learning and Development at Essex Police College and training venues.

Learning and Development is dynamic, and this is a high-profile, challenging role. As an Operational Driving Instructor, you will enhance Driver Training delivery through practical application, contributing to a team delivering training to the wider force.

The successful candidate must uphold the high standards set by the College of Policing, ensuring training is provided in line with guidance. They must be organized, confident, and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of debriefing course attendees effectively.

Attention to detail and high concentration levels are essential. Candidates should demonstrate current or previous Police Advanced driving experience and pass the Police Driver Trainers Programme. If not already qualified, passing the Training Essentials programme (TEP), a suitable assessor qualification (e.g., TAQA/TEP 5), and a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) qualification is required.

You will need to pass assessments to deliver Advanced Level Training and achieve competence at each stage, signed off by an Advanced Instructor.

Applicants should provide evidence of:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience supporting the development of others
• Ability to stay calm, professional, and make effective decisions
• Police Advanced Driving Authority

Desirable skills include:

• Level 3 Certificate in Learning and Development (or higher)
• Qualified DVSA ADI

This role suits a motivated individual with broad experience, ready for a demanding yet rewarding challenge.

Essex Police offers flexible working arrangements, primarily office-based, with some travel to other police sites.

For more information, contact Chief Driving Instructor Keith Brooking at Keith.Brooking@essex.police.uk.

Full job description available here.

Application submissions should focus on the \’reason for application\’ question, detailing relevant experience, skills, and abilities. CVs and cover letters are not part of the shortlisting process. Ensure your response is comprehensive within the character limit.

All posts require vetting and security clearance. For support or adjustments during the application process, contact recruitment.business.services@ecis.police.uk or call 01245 452833.

Applicants must be UK residents for the last three years, with no restrictions or indefinite leave to remain. Non-UK applicants must meet the same residency criteria.

As a Disability Confident Leader, Essex Police promotes diversity, equality, and inclusion, aiming to be an employer of choice where everyone feels valued and included.

Essex Police and Kent Police are equal opportunities employers. Communications may be recorded for monitoring.

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