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: Edinburgh
Reports To: Communities Manager
Hours: Part time fixed term contract to 31 March 2026 (0.5FTE)
Salary: £22,936 FTE
Women and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic individuals are especially encouraged to
apply.
Purpose of 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 started in 24/25, 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.
In partnership with our other Cycle Trainer Ride Leader, you will be responsible for designing
and delivering cycling related activities for the Kids Bike Life project. This includes but is not limited to:
● bike buses to and from schools;
● 1 to 1 and group cycling workshops for adults and children;
● group rides in the local area and further afield; and
● Dr Bike & Bike Curious events.
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 Community Outreach Officer, Community Mechanic, current Cycle
Trainer Ride Leader and Communities Manager.
The role may also include 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:
● In partnership with the other Cycle Trainer Ride Leader in Edinburgh, plan and run
cycling workshops, group rides and other cycling activities for Kids Bike Life and
Shifting Gears, 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.
● Proactively contact participants regularly to arrange lessons and rides, this might
mean phoning, texting, emailing etc and respond dynamically to cancellations.
● Assist with promotion of activities; this may include design of communication
materials.
● Assist in the collection of evaluation data for the programmes.
● Ensure lessons and group rides 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).
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
● Cycle Trainer qualification
● Cycle Ride Leader qualification
● First Aid Certified
● Experience of bike maintenance/refurbishing
● Experience of coaching an outdoor activity
● Experience of working in community development role/projects
● Experience of co-creating activities using participant input
● Driving licence
● Cargo bike experience
How to apply: Send an Email with CV and Covering Letter plus 2 referees to recruitment@thebikestation.org.uk
Deadline for application: Sunday 18 May 2025 (midnight)