Cycle Instructor (Casual) (Ref: POS000828)
Salary £15.37 per hour (inclusive of 14.04% holiday plussage) Salary Band Up to £10,000 Post Type Casual / Seasonal / Bank / Permanently Variable hours Hours Per Week Part time - term time
Job and Application details
Categories Traffic / Highways / Road Safety
Directorate N/A Published Date 26/08/2026 Closing Date 10/09/2026
The Road Safety Team are keen to recruit additional Bikeability Instructors to join our team delivering Bikeability training to schools within the Borough. Children are offered training through junior and secondary schools and this is the largest area of work. We are therefore looking for anyone with an interest in cycling who has a good rapport with children of all ages.
Previous experience is not required as full training will be given; however applicants should hold a nationally recognised instructor cycle training qualification or be able to obtain this within a reasonable period of time.
Appointments will be made on a casual basis and most of the courses run school term time only within school hours.
When allocated work, instructors may choose convenient days on which to work, however you must be available for at least two days per week and be able to honour the same days each week for approximately five weeks, to ensure continuity for children undertaking level 1 or 2 training and meet the needs of the service.
This post requires an Enhanced DBS Adults & Children barred check.
The rewards for working at Darlington Borough Council go beyond the salary you will receive; we have numerous additional benefits such as:
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
- Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
- Staff equality forums
- Green Car Leasing Scheme
- Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
- Physiotherapy service
- Confidential counselling service
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
- Local and National retailer discounts
- Vivup employee benefit app and Lifestyle Savings
- Arriva Employee Travel Club
The Road Safety Team are keen to recruit additional Bikeability Instructors to join our team delivering Bikeability training to schools within the Borough. Children are offered training through junior and secondary schools and this is the largest area of work. We are therefore looking for anyone with an interest in cycling who has a good rapport with children of all ages.
Previous experience is not required as full training will be given; however applicants should hold a nationally recognised instructor cycle training qualification or be able to obtain this within a reasonable period of time.
Appointments will be made on a casual basis and most of the courses run school term time only within school hours.
When allocated work, instructors may choose convenient days on which to work, however you must be available for at least two days per week and be able to honour the same days each week for approximately five weeks, to ensure continuity for children undertaking level 1 or 2 training and meet the needs of the service.
This post requires an Enhanced DBS Adults & Children barred check.
The rewards for working at Darlington Borough Council go beyond the salary you will receive; we have numerous additional benefits such as:
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
- Flexible working
- Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
- Staff equality forums
- Green Car Leasing Scheme
- Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
- Physiotherapy service
- Confidential counselling service
- Great wellbeing offer
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
- Local and National retailer discounts
- Vivup employee benefit app and Lifestyle Savings
- Arriva Employee Travel Club
For the full range of benefits we offer, please see our Why work for us internet page, which also includes our Total Reward Booklet and Employee Benefit Video.
https://www.darlington.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers-1/why-work-for-us/
Find out further information about us and what it’s like to work for our great team by visiting the Jobs and Careers home page.
https://www.darlington.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/
For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Role Profile and Person Specification.
General Information for Applicants:
For a further informal discussion and any queries around the role profile and jobs itself please contact Nicki Ridley on 01325 4067000 or nicki.ridley@darlington.gov.uk .
If you have any further questions regarding applying for this role or the questions and required fields within the application form, please contact the HR Support team on 01325 403217 or HR@darlington.gov.uk .
We are an equal opportunities' employer. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We aim to interview any applicant who declares a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job.
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Cycle Instructor (Casual) in North East employer: Darlington Borough Council
Darlington Borough Council is an excellent employer, offering flexible hours and a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With opportunities for meaningful engagement in local governance and community support, employees can expect to develop their skills while making a positive impact in the lives of residents. The council's commitment to high performance standards ensures that staff are recognised and rewarded for their contributions.
Contact Details:
Darlington Borough Council Recruitment Team
