Team: Driving Assessor
Salary: £35,571.83 per annum
Hours: 37 hours Monday to Friday
Job Location: Belfast based with regular travel to 8 regional locations
Disability Action is a dynamic and thriving charity committed to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities across Northern Ireland. We provide a wide range of services and support to empower people with disabilities, in employment, education, advocacy and more, ensuring they can live independently and participate fully in society.
We are looking for an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) to join our Mobility Centre team and play a key role in delivering services that make a real difference to the communities we serve. Disability Action Mobility Centre assessment service offers, driving and passenger assessments, as well as expert advice on driving and vehicle adaptations for disabled and older individuals in Belfast and across 8 satellites sites throughout Northern Ireland.
In this role, you will conduct fitness to drive assessments to people with a disability throughout Northern Ireland in peoples own vehicles, suitably adapted vehicles (when required) or in dual controlled vehicle. We will provide training to work alongside occupational therapists (OT) to conduct these assessments and to provide expert support to clients and contribute to the development of services and enhanced client experiences.
The successful candidate will report directly to the Mobility Centre Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your expertise while supporting our mission to create a more inclusive society.
Key Responsibilities
The responsibilities for the Driving Instructor will include:
Work in a team with an OT to conduct driving assessments in 9 locations throughout Northern Ireland in manual/automatic/adapted car/dual controlled.
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times, adhering to GDPR and data protection standards in all communications and processes
Provide clear advice and guidance to drivers demonstrating strong communication skills to enable continued safe driving, retraining or learning to drive.
Where necessary deliver difficult news, clearly, empathically and respectfully
Communicate effectively with service users, their families, health professionals, and support workers as required.
Apply road safety expertise during assessments, ensuring individuals safety in various driving conditions
Contribute actively to staff meetings and engage in ongoing personal development to enhance skills and knowledge in driving assessments and related services
Produce reports and maintain working records, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date documentation
Utilise IT tools, including MS Word, to efficiently manage records and create reports
Show empathy with a caring approach towards service users and their families, understanding their unique needs
Contribute to the development and improvement of services in line with the needs of service users and stakeholders
Perform any additional duties necessary to fulfil the requirements of the position
Undertake training to conduct fitness to drive assessments in collaboration with clinicians and our assessors to evaluate the ability of individuals, especially those with health-related conditions or disabilities, to drive safely.
Essential Criteria
Qualifications, Registration and Experience:
DVA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with a proven track record in driving instruction minimum grade 4.
Minimum of 3 years recent/relevant tuition experience
Skills and Competencies:
Experience or a strong willingness to work with individuals with disabilities or health-related conditions affecting their ability to drive.
Knowledge of road safety Proficiency in IT systems, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in data entry and record-keeping
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction
Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
Evidence of ongoing professional development
Professional Attributes:
Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and GDPR compliance
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
Adaptability to changing tasks and priorities
Collaborative team player with strong relationship-building skills
Competence in independently addressing queries and issues
Desirable Criteria
Hold an advance driving qualification (RoSPA / IAM)
Hold additional licence categories ie: C1, C, C+E, D1, D, D+E and A
Experience/knowledge in vehicle adaptations and knowledge of road safety
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What we can offer you:
Enhanced Maternity packages
Death in Service package
Cash plan
In house Counselling services
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being
27 days paid holidays per year and 11 bank holidays (Based on a full time role)
Opportunities for growth in business development, project implementation, training and development and personal development plans
Additional Information
Disability Action is an equal opportunities employer committed to providing opportunities for all. We offer salary packages that are reflective of experience and aligned with industry standards, alongside a supportive environment that encourages professional growth. As a progressive charity, we provide our employees with opportunities to develop their skills and gain experience across a wide range of areas in a secure and thriving workplace.
We are a Responsible Body for Access NI. A disclosure check will be undertaken; however, a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining this role
How to Apply
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