Overview
Driving Examiner — Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Location: Horspath • Salary: £28,119 • Type: Permanent • Hours: Full time • Status: CLOSING SOON
About the role
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is a fascinating place in which to forge your career. Tasked with keeping Britain moving safely and sustainably, we have a significant impact not only on road safety, but also the life moments that can only be enjoyed when people can easily travel to their destinations. As a Driving Examiner you will be at the heart of this mission, helping ensure people get their driving future off to a great start. We are looking for proactive, friendly and safe drivers who would like to train to become fully qualified Driving Examiners.
We will provide all the training you need to get your career off to an incredible start. Our test centres are grouped into clusters, so you will select a cluster local to you. After a job offer is made, you will start training online, undertake practical training at a local test centre, and have up to three weeks of guidance at a regional training facility before embarking on a varied career assessing driver readiness for licences.
Responsibilities
* Meet people from all walks of life on a day-to-day basis while overseeing seven driving examinations a day.
* Put nervous customers at ease using exceptional people skills and clearly explain instructions.
* Use a tablet to record results and determine whether candidates meet the expected standards.
* Deliver positive and negative outcomes with tact and diplomacy.
What makes you a good fit
* Deep appreciation for diversity and inclusivity; exceptional verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
* Calm and unflappable under pressure.
* Safe driver with a UK or EU driving licence held for at least three years.
* No more than three penalty points on your licence; good knowledge of the Highway Code and correct road procedures.
* Friendly and team-spirited with a passion for setting high standards that drivers uphold for years to come.
What you can expect in return
Flexible working options for a good work-life balance, 25 days of annual leave, all public holidays and an extra privilege day to mark the King's birthday, plus benefits including an employer contribution to your pension of up to 27%.
Ready to embark on an interesting career where no two days are the same? Get in touch.
About us (continued)
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is a fascinating place in which to forge your career. Tasked with keeping Britain moving safely and sustainably, we have a significant impact not only on road safety, but also the life moments that can only be enjoyed when people can easily travel to their destinations. As a Driving Examiner you will be at the heart of this mission, as you will help us ensure people get their driving future off to a great start. As such, we are looking for proactive, friendly and safe drivers who would like to train to become fully qualified Driving Examiners.
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