The Bike Station (Recycle to Cycle & Recycle to Cycle Trading Ltd.)
Employer: The Bike Station (Recycle to Cycle/Recycle to Cycle Trading Ltd)
Job Title: Cycle Trainer & Group Ride Leader
Location: Perth
Reports To: Communities Manager
Hours: 0.6FTE (fixed term to 31 March 2026) starting w/b 1 September
Salary: £22,936 per annum pro rata
Women and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic individuals are especially encouraged to
apply.
Purpose for Role
The Bike Station is looking for an enthusiastic and skilled cycle trainer and group ride leader
to help deliver our Kids Bike Life project. Kids Bike Life is an exciting new programme for
25/26 and will be working in partnership with schools to encourage more young people and
their adults to cycle. Applicants will ideally be qualified cycle trainers but if you have
relevant experience, skills and passion for the work we can provide training.
This role will be responsible for designing and delivering cycling related activities for the Kids
Bike Life project including but not limited to:
● cycling activities for children and young people through schools and during school holidays (teaching children to ride, developing skills, running small group rides to explore local areas around schools)
● bike buses to and from schools;
● Dr Bike, Bike Curious events and bike maintenance classes, family group rides in the local area and further afield
As part of the Communities team you will be helping identify ways to reduce barriers to
access for participants and adapt delivery where needed based on feedback. You will work
closely with the Perth Community Outreach Officer, Community Mechanic, current Cycle
Trainer Ride Leader and Communities Manager.
The role also includes providing support with other Bike Station activities including customer
service/retail, bike stripping/refurbishment and general duties to prepare the space for
different activities.
You will benefit from the opportunity to gain Velotech (bike maintenance) qualifications
during your employment, 35 days annual leave per year (pro rata) and a company pension
contribution rate of 6%.
Responsibilities
● Plan and run cycling lessons, group rides and other cycling activities for Kids Bike Life participants, this involves route and activity planning, recce-ing and risk assessment.
● Co-develop winter programme of activities for Kids Bike Life
● Complete pre- and post-ride administration including scheduling activities, booking participants, recording attendance, uploading photos from activities, tracking and recording expenses from rides etc.
● Assist with promotion of Kids Bike Life activities; Assist in the collection of evaluation data for the Kids Bike Life programme
● Ensure activities meet programme objectives and funding requirements
● Provide a safe and welcoming environment for participants interacting with The Bike Station, in addition to ensuring their health and safety in accordance with legislation, and government guidelines.
● Follow the organisation’s procedures and standards including health and safety and
equal opportunities, in relation to staff, volunteers and clients.
● Assist with shop floor activities (serving customers, preparing space for activities,
tasks required to keep warehouse in order, bike stripping/refurbishment)
Person Specification
Essential Experience
● Competent cyclist with experience cycling in various situations, including in traffic, and ideally also off-road
● Experience designing and delivering sports or other outdoor activities in a community setting, including managing different experience and confidence levels. Ideally this will be cycling activities including group rides and cycle training.
● Experience of working with clients from diverse backgrounds
● Experience of conducting, writing, and working in accordance with risk assessments
● Knowledge of offering information, advice and guidance to young people and adults from diverse backgrounds.
● Experience of working on own initiative, organising and prioritising work
● Effective use of ICT including familiarity with standard Google suite and Microsoft packages
● Ability to carry out basic trailside repairs (fixing punctures etc.)
Essential Skills & Qualifications
● Ability to plan, write, deliver and evaluate cycling workshops and group rides
● Effective and sensitive communication with a wide range of people, including excellent oral and written communication
● Ability to teach skills and work with individuals to understand and help them achieve their cycling ambitions
● Ability to work independently and within a team
● Ability to work flexibly
● Excellent organisational skills
● Strong alignment with and ability to champion The Bike Station values
● Ability to work flexibly & adapt to changing community needs
Desirable Skills & Qualifications
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Cycle Trainer qualification
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Cycle Ride Leader qualification
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Off road cycle leader qualification e.g. Mountain Bike Leader
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First Aid Certified
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Experience of bike maintenance/refurbishing
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Experience of coaching an outdoor activity
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Experience of working in community development role/projects
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Experience of co-creating activities using participant input
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Driving licence
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Cargo bike experience
To apply for this role, please send a CV and covering letter to:
stephen.cousins@thebikestation.org.uk
Deadline for Applications: 12:00pm, 13 July 2025