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How many Driving Instructor jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 180 Driving Instructor jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Driving Instructor do?

Car driving instructors teach people the theory and practice of how to operate a car safely and according to regulations. They assist students in developing the skills needed to drive and prepare them for the driving theory tests and the practical driving test.

Tasks required include:

• Checks instruction and learning standards and discusses teaching plans with other instructors.
• Plans lessons in accordance with the needs and abilities of individual pupils.
• Explains driving techniques and assists pupil with difficulties.
• Familiarises pupil with the Highway Code and different road and traffic conditions.
• Advises pupil when to apply for theoretical and practical driving tests and familiarises them with test procedures and standards.

What are the entry requirements for a Driving Instructor?

There are no formal academic requirements. Candidates must have held a current driving licence for four out of the last six years, have no motoring or criminal convictions and be over 21 years old. To gain registration as an Approved Driving Instructor, entrants must pass a three-part examination. Instructors for Large Goods Vehicles (LGVs) and Passenger Carrying Vehicles (PCVs) are trained internally or at specialist training establishments.