Job Description

Road Safety Support Officer (Cycling) 25 hours per week Term Time (Ref: TBC)


Hours and Pay

Salary

16,083 - 16,876 per annum

Salary Band

10,001 to 20,000

Post Type

Permanent

Hours Per Week

Part time - term time


Job and Application details

Categories

Traffic / Highways / Road Safety

Directorate

N/A

Published Date

21/04/2025

Closing Date

06/05/2025


If you are enthusiastic about road safety for children you may be the person we are looking for to help achieve Darlington's casualty reduction targets.



The role of this post is to be responsible for developing and delivering Bikeability Training within the Borough. You will be responsible for managing a team of Cycle Instructors who deliver training to school pupils across the Borough.



Applicants should have knowledge of the Highway Code in relation to cyclists and be able to supervise and lead a team of casual staff. Whilst it's not essential that you hold a nationally recognised cycle training qualification, you will be expected to obtain this within a reasonable period of time once appointed.



The role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at the enhanced children level. The post is term-time only and 25 hours per week.



For an informal discussion about this post please contact Nicki Ridley, Technical Support Manager on 01325 406700.



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 Great wellbeing offer Cycle to Work Scheme Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts Local and National retailer discounts Arriva Employee Travel Club




For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Role Profile.



General Information for Applicants:



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