Job Introduction
We’re recruiting a Bikeability Instructor to join our Highways and Transport service.
You’ll deliver high-quality cycle training to children, adults and families in schools and local communities across Milton Keynes.
You’ll help people develop the skills and confidence to cycle safely.
Your work will support our aim to create cleaner, safer and healthier communities and make Milton Keynes a better place to live.
You’ll plan training sessions, assess suitable routes and adapt your approach to each participant’s age and ability.
This is a rewarding, practical role for a qualified cycle training instructor who enjoys working outdoors and supporting people.
You’ll work with schools, families, colleagues and local communities while representing our Dedicated, Respectful and Collaborative values.
Site-Based role
This is a Site-Based role, and you’ll be expected to work from the designated workplace.
Interviews for this role will be held on 6th November 2026
At Milton Keynes City Council, we aim to make a difference every day. We’re dedicated, respectful and collaborative. We act as one council, and we work hard to create cleaner, safer and healthier communities while tackling inequalities and supporting people to thrive.
Find out more about working with us here: www.mkcounciljobs.org.uk
Main Responsibility
- Deliver high-quality Bikeability cycle training to children, adults and families in schools and community settings.
- Plan training that meets Department for Transport Bikeability requirements, including assessing routes, activities and potential risks.
- Work with schools and participants to agree training dates, group sizes, ability levels, equipment needs and the right level of training.
- Keep accurate records of attendance, participant information and progress to support the council’s Bikeability grant claims.
- Protect participants’ health, safety and wellbeing by following safeguarding and health and safety requirements on public roads and school grounds.
- Be a positive cycling role model who encourages people to continue cycling beyond their training.
The Ideal Candidate
- A qualified National Standard Bikeability Cycling Instructor with the Level 2 Award in Instructing Cycle Training is essential.
- Clear and adaptable communication skills will help you give instructions confidently to people with different needs and levels of experience.
- You’ll be able to plan and deliver engaging lessons while organising your work to meet deadlines.
- Plenty of cycling experience and an enjoyment of working outdoors will prepare you for the practical demands of the role.
- An approachable and encouraging manner is important when working with children, adults, families and school contacts.
As part of the pre-employment checks, should you be offered the role, we’ll carry out an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, (unless you are currently registered with the DBS Update Service).
Package Description
In addition to your salary, we offer a range of benefits including:
- Great holiday benefits - most roles include 28 days annual leave every year on top of public (bank) holidays, increasing to 32 days after five years. In addition, there is a holiday purchase scheme allowing staff to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave each year.
- Excellent pension - everyone who works for us can join the national Local Government Pension Scheme, widely regarded as one of the best available.
- A full range of family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity support.
- Access to an award-winning employee benefits programme that includes a health cash plan, a low-cost bike purchase scheme as well as high street discounts and money off entertainment and travel.
- Salary sacrifice car scheme - eligible employees can lease an electric or low-emission vehicle at a reduced cost through salary sacrifice, subject to National Minimum Wage and other eligibility requirements.
- Blue Light Card - employees working within social care can qualify for an additional range of discounts from national retailers and local businesses.
Why join us? Along with more on our Benefits, discover why Working at the City Council could be the right move for you here Working at the Council | Milton Keynes
Roles are either ‘site based’ or ‘home based’.
Site based roles are mainly based at the workplace, with the option to work from home for up to two days a week, depending on service needs.
Home based roles are mainly based at home, with the expectation of attending the workplace up to one day a week.
The working arrangement for each role is set by the manager, based on service requirements.
About The Organisation
Milton Keynes City Council is a large, modern and financially stable employer with around 2,500 people working across our eight areas. Together we provide local residents and businesses with a wide range of important round-the-clock services and aim to make our city a better place to live.
We work hard because of the demands placed on us, like protecting children from harm or preventing homelessness. However, working for the city is always rewarding and everyone has the opportunity to make a real difference.
We’re very proud of our diversity and are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community we serve. Whatever your background, you will be welcome here if you share our values of being dedicated, respectful and collaborative.
We offer great training and support and because of the size and scale of the organisation there are always new opportunities to explore when it’s time for a new role.
If you’d like to know more about how we do things and what matters to us, take a look at our short booklet What makes us Milton Keynes City Council, see attached.
Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have an independent and unrestricted right to work in the UK, without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
