Cycle Instructor

Cycle Instructor 

Are you passionate about cycling and eager to make a positive impact in your community? We are looking for a motivated and reliable Bikeability Instructor to join our team, delivering engaging cycle training sessions that help children and young people build confidence and essential road‑safety skills. This is a hands-on, active role where every day brings something different, and you’ll play a key part in encouraging safe, active travel across our region. No prior instructing experience is required, as the Bikeability cycle training qualification will be provided.

The Company

First Step Cycle is one of the Yorkshire region's leading cycle training specialists. We are passionate about the people we train and promoting cycling, because we know what an amazing difference it can make to people's lives.

The Position

The ideal candidate will be passionate about promoting safe, enjoyable cycling and able to engage learners of all abilities with a positive, supportive approach. This role requires travelling between sites, ensuring all bicycles and equipment are transported safely. Reliability, good communication skills, and a commitment to helping others develop essential life skills are key.

This is a flexible casual role and sessions are delivered from 8am - 3pm.

*Positions are available for both non‑drivers and candidates interested in the role of Cycle Instructor/Lead Van Driver to support the delivery of sessions.

Successful candidates will be provided with the cycle instructor training qualification - 1st4sport Level 2 Award in Instructing Cycle Training (T & C's apply)

Responsibilities:

Assist with the delivery of National Standard Cycle training as organised by First Step Sports.

Load equipment and drive to sessions.

Complete course paperwork including registers, assessments, course reports, and results.

Complete risk assessments of the trainees, cycles, and the training area (including on-road locations)

Accountable for the safety and welfare of colleagues and trainees.

Ensure training is delivered in line with First Step Sports’ health and safety policy with an awareness of accident and incident reporting procedures.

Enable trainees to cycle safely, promoting cycling as a means of transport and a fun, healthy activity.

Dress professionally – In line with the First Step Sports Uniform.

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

Regular and competent cyclist.

Understanding and awareness of road and traffic environments.

Ability to communicate effectively with all trainees including children, parents, and schools.

Be decisive, maintain good discipline, inspire confidence, and give encouragement. 

First Aid and Child Protection Training (Training will be provided for candidates without these qualifications - T & Cs apply - Mandatory requirement)

Understand basic cycle maintenance (Desirable)

First Step Sports Group is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These roles involve regulated activity with children and require an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list information.

*All Successful candidates will be required to participate in a full DBS clearance

Candidates must be available to attend the Cycle Instructor training course on the following dates:
Course dates: Dates TBC 

Location: TBC (Hull)