Become an instructor

Want to become an instructor? Find out more about the job and how to get qualified.

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Become an instructor

Why become an instructor?

We want you! Become a Bikeability instructor today.

Become an instructor

How to become an instructor

To work for us, you must hold a 1st4sport Level 2 Award in Instructing Cycle Training.

Become an instructor

How to update your current instructor qualification

All current National Standard cycle instructors must complete a new qualification.

Delivering training

Read the latest delivery guidance from the Trust.

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Delivering training

Delivery Guides

Our guides show you how to deliver Bikeability across England.

Delivering training

Activity Templates

Our guides show you how to deliver Bikeability across England.

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Delivering training

Risk benefit assessment

You must carry out a risk assessment to ensure that your training is safe.

Essential training and CPD

We want all instructors to be able to develop their career. This section will help you access training and continue your professional development.

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Training and CPD

Essential training – Safeguarding and SEND

Completing safeguarding and SEND training is essential to become a Bikeability instructor.

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Training and CPD

Essential training – First Aid

Holding a first aid qualification protects you, your riders and your colleagues.

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Training and CPD

Instructor Renewals

Each year, you must renew your instructor profile on Link so you can continue to deliver Bikeability as a registered instructor.

Support

Need some more help? We’re always here for you.

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Support

How to use Link

Link is a system to store information on Bikeability professionals.

Support

Marketing and communications

Our marketing and communications team is on hand to support you.

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