Driving Instructor - Drive for Life Stafford

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Position Title: Drive for Life Instructor
Classification: SCHADS Award – Level 4
Location: Stafford
Employment Status: Permanent part-time (30.4 hours per week)

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) Youth Services encompasses a range of programs for vulnerable young people, their families, and the community. Our services have a strong focus on prevention and early intervention and enable access to safe accommodation options, Holistic case management, community outreach programs and programs that teach vital independent living skills. Our centres are safe and supportive environments creating an ideal environment for growth, where participants feel believed in, valued, listened to, and respected.

About the Role

As a Drive for Life Instructor, you will play a vital role in supporting clients to achieve their driver’s licence and build independence. Your primary responsibilities will include screening and inducting participants, coordinating and delivering driving lessons, and monitoring progress toward obtaining a Provisional licence.

You will also contribute to the growth and sustainability of the program by building strong partnerships with government and community stakeholders, ensuring clients are supported to meet their licensing requirements.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Conduct client intakes and assessments, documenting information provided and referrals made.
• Organise, facilitate, and deliver practical driving lessons while tracking client progress toward their Provisional licence.
• Develop and implement client-focused, individualised lesson plans.
• Accurately document case notes in line with program requirements and organisational standards.
• Record client hours and lesson details in the Queensland TMR application.
• Teach practical driving skills across all aspects of safe and responsible driving.
• Adhere to The Salvation Army’s safeguarding policies and program-specific procedures.
• Support Drive for Life program requirements and Work Health and Safety compliance.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and with external stakeholders.

What You Will Bring

• Strong planning, organisational, problem-solving, and evaluation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Car Driving Instruction), or willingness to undertake this qualification.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to consult and negotiate with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage unpredictable situations and behaviours.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment.
• A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

 

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including: 

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

About us

The Salvation Army (Salvos) is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.  We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, the Salvos are always there providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
 

How to apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role.  Together we can build a brighter future.
 

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration