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CARAVAN TOWING INSTRUCTOR

Job details
Posting date: 17 April 2024
Salary: £13 per hour
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 17 May 2024
Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Towing Solutions Limited
Job type: Contract
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Summary

We are Britain's leading towing industry training organisation based in Macclesfield. Established in 1869, our family-owned business specialises in comprehensive training for towing trailers, caravans, horse trailers, and boat trailers.

As an IMI-approved centre and the official training provider for the National Trailer and Towing Association, as well as an approved centre for the Caravan and Motorhome Club, we are dedicated to promoting towing safety and expertise.

Our services include hands-on training for both new and experienced drivers, detailed courses on servicing and maintaining trailers, and expert instruction on fitting towbars from start to finish. Towing Solutions Limited is committed to providing the highest standard of training in the towing industry.

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Caravan Training Instructor required to instruct pupils wanting to learn to tow and manoeuvre caravans.

Sessions last 4 (half day) to 7 hours (full day), depending on the number of pupils.
This job requires a good knowledge of the highway code and experience in caravan towing. Experience in driving instruction, HGV or just car and trailer will be considered.

Must enjoy working with people, have good communication skills, patience and a good sense of humour.

Duties:
- Conduct caravan towing driving lessons for students with differing skill levels
- Teach students the relevant towing laws, a simple and effective pre-towing inspection routine
- Provide hands-on instruction in various driving environments, such as town streets, highways, and rural areas
- Demonstrate proper towing techniques and manoeuvres, including snaking and instability control and reversing and safe manoeuvring
- Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback to help them improve their towing skills
- Ensure a safe learning environment by following all safety protocols and guidelines

Skills:
- Valid driver's licence with a clean driving record
- Knowledge of caravan towing laws and regulations
- Strong communication skills to effectively convey instructions and provide feedback
- Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles
- Flexibility to work weekends as needed

Please email us with a cover letter and your CV at mail@towing-solutions.co.uk

Job Type: Freelance - Part Time
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 7 – 21 per week
Schedule: Monday to Friday. One Day at the Weekend availability
Experience: Caravan Towing: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

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