Assistant Cycle Skills Instructor

Marlborough District Council • Marlborough, MA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Marlborough District Council (MDC) is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Cycle Skills Instructor to help deliver the Ride-On Cycle Skills Programme, supporting young people to become safer, more confident, and more capable cyclists. Working alongside the Lead Cycle Skills Instructor, you will assist in delivering practical cycle skills training in both off-road and on-road environments. The programme is primarily delivered to Year 4 to 6 students across Marlborough schools, helping participants develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to ride safely in their communities. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on young people's safety, wellbeing, and active transport habits while working in a dynamic and supportive team environment. This is a casual, on call, as and when required position.

Requirements

• An outgoing and approachable person who enjoys working with people and has a genuine interest in their wellbeing.
• Comfortable communicating with a range of participants and able to create a positive, safe and encouraging learning environment
• Good communication and listening skills
• The ability to respond appropriately to participants’ individual needs
• Confidence managing challenging situations and resolving conflict appropriately
• A good level of physical fitness and an active interest in cycling
• A strong commitment to health and safety

Nice To Haves

• Teaching, coaching and/or road safety education experience or a relevant qualification
• A First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the delivery of cycle skills training in both off-road and on-road traffic environments
• Using a range of teaching and coaching methods, including exercises, demonstrations, riding, one-to-one support and explanations
• Clearly communicating programme expectations and outcomes to participants
• Supervising participants and effectively managing hazards and risks
• Assessing and recording participants’ cycling abilities
• Supporting positive relationships with participants, schools and other stakeholders
• Helping monitor and evaluate programme delivery
• Following best practice health and safety requirements
• Ensuring programme delivery aligns with the New Zealand Transport Agency’s BikeReady Cycle Skills Guidelines
• Maintaining accurate programme and incident records

Benefits

• A Wage range of $27.00 to $32.00 per hour (this will depend on the knowledge, skills and experience you have to offer)
• Strong health, safety and wellbeing focussed culture
• Meaningful work that supports our people and community

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed