Job summary Are you passionate about education and supporting others? East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust is 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. About us You'll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone's throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties. We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ individuals who meet the specific criteria. We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests. Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 247-SS-DT-1124 Job locations EEAST - Essex, Herts, Suffolk East of England MK41 0RG Job description Job responsibilities For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails. Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn. How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted. Job description Job responsibilities For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails. Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn. How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted. 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). 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). Employer details Employer name East of England Ambulance Service Address EEAST - Essex, Herts, Suffolk East of England MK41 0RG Employer's website https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)