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Driving Examiner – 90 Vacancies | Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is recruiting 90 Driving Examiners across selected locations in the UK. This permanent Civil Service role offers a salary of £32,027 per year, comprehensive six-week training and flexible working options, including part-time and job-share arrangements.

No previous experience in driver training is required, but applicants must meet the driving licence and road safety requirements.

Job Details

  • Employer: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
  • Job Title: Driving Examiner
  • Salary: £32,027 per year
  • London Weighting: Additional £4,000 for eligible clusters in Chingford, Enfield and Hendon
  • Location: Various DVSA driving test centres across the UK
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Job Grade: Executive Officer (EO)
  • Working Pattern: Full-time, part-time, flexible working and job share
  • Hours: Full-time employees work 37 hours per week across seven days
  • Number of Vacancies: 90
  • Training: Six-week full-time training programme provided
  • Visa Sponsorship: Not available. DVSA cannot sponsor Skilled Worker visa applicants.
  • Reference Number: 485428
  • Closing Date: Sunday, 1 November 2026, at 11:55 pm

About the Driving Examiner Role

The DVSA is responsible for helping keep Britain’s roads safe. As a Driving Examiner, you will assess whether learner drivers can drive safely and responsibly while delivering a professional service to the public.

You will work at a DVSA driving test centre, conducting practical driving tests, observing candidates’ driving behaviours and recording assessment results accurately.

The role requires good judgement, strong observation skills, clear communication and the ability to remain calm when dealing with nervous candidates or difficult conversations.

Key Responsibilities

As a Driving Examiner, your duties will include:

  • Conducting practical driving tests, each lasting approximately 57 minutes.
  • Assessing candidates against the required driving standards.
  • Giving clear instructions and helping nervous candidates feel at ease.
  • Observing driving behaviour and identifying important details.
  • Recording test outcomes accurately using a digital tablet.
  • Explaining decisions and delivering test results professionally and sensitively.
  • Maintaining the safety of yourself, candidates and other road users.
  • Working with colleagues to plan daily schedules and discuss local traffic conditions.
  • Agreeing alternative test routes when necessary.
  • Responding to customer queries and completing light administrative duties.
  • Maintaining impartiality, integrity and professionalism at all times.

Full-time Driving Examiners are expected to conduct approximately seven tests per day.

Who Can Apply?

You may be suitable for this role if you meet the following essential requirements:

  • You are aged 23 or over.
  • You have held a full manual UK or EU driving licence continuously for at least three years.
  • You have no more than three penalty points on your driving licence at the time of application.
  • You understand and can demonstrate safe driving practices.
  • You can remain calm and composed in stressful situations.
  • You have good observation, memory and reporting skills.
  • You can manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • You communicate clearly and confidently with people from different backgrounds.
  • You can deliver difficult messages sensitively and professionally.
  • You make fair, impartial decisions based on evidence.
  • You demonstrate professionalism, integrity and attention to detail.
  • You are willing to travel to different test centres within your assigned geographical cluster.

Important: You do not need previous experience in driver training or a driving-related profession. However, you must meet the driving licence requirements and demonstrate the skills needed to assess drivers safely.

Six-Week Training Programme Provided

Successful candidates will undertake a comprehensive six-week, full-time Driving Examiner training programme after the recruitment process.

The programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills required for the role.

The training is structured as follows:

  • Week 1: Training at your designated driving test centre.
  • Weeks 2–6: Driving test control and assessment training at a regional training facility.

The regional training may be residential, with expenses covered by the DVSA.

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All Driving Examiners must successfully complete the training programme. External candidates who fail to complete it successfully will have their employment terminated.

Although the role offers different working patterns after training, the initial training programme is full-time. Applicants should ensure they can commit to the entire programme before applying.

Working Hours and Flexibility

The DVSA offers several working arrangements, including full-time, part-time, flexible working and job-share options.

Full-time employees work 37 hours per week across seven days. You must work one weekend day each month, with a weekday off provided for each scheduled weekend day.

This is an on-site role. Hybrid working is not available, and successful candidates must work from a DVSA driving test centre.

Applicants should carefully check the available locations and working arrangements for their preferred cluster before submitting an application.

Salary and Employee Benefits

In addition to the annual salary of £32,027, successful candidates can access a range of Civil Service benefits, including:

  • Civil Service Pension: Employer contribution of 28.97% of salary.
  • Annual Leave: 25 days, increasing by one day for each year of service up to a maximum of 30 days.
  • Public Holidays: Eight bank holidays plus an additional privilege day for the King’s birthday.
  • London Weighting: An additional £4,000 for eligible clusters in Chingford, Enfield and Hendon.
  • Flexible Working: Options designed to support work-life balance.
  • Staff Discounts: Access to a staff discount portal.
  • Career Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and further training, potentially including CIPD, PRINCE2 and apprenticeships.
  • Employee Assistance Programme: Access to free, confidential support and advice 24 hours a day.
  • Inclusive Workplace: Access to staff communities and a diverse working environment.

The department also contributes £9,278 towards the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme at the advertised salary.

Visa Sponsorship and Right to Work

The DVSA does not offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this vacancy.

The employer has confirmed that it does not hold a UK Visas and Immigration Skilled Worker sponsor licence and cannot sponsor applicants for this role.

Candidates must already have the appropriate right to work in the UK before applying.

If you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to obtain a Skilled Worker visa, this vacancy is not suitable for you.

Recruitment and Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of four main stages. The employer advises that the full process may take several months.

Stage 1: Application Form

Applicants will complete the application form and may provide a CV containing a brief career history. The CV section is not mandatory and will not be scored, so entering N/A in that section is sufficient.

You must select your preferred geographical cluster when applying. Review the available locations carefully before making your choice.

Stage 2: Online Assessments

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to complete two online assessments within a specified timeframe.

  • A customer service exercise assessing how you interact with people and maintain professional standards.
  • An observation and reporting exercise assessing your ability to notice details, remember information, apply criteria and record findings accurately.

The assessments relate to the three required Civil Service behaviours:

  • Communicating and Influencing
  • Managing a Quality Service
  • Making Effective Decisions

The sift results are anticipated by 21 December 2026.

Stage 3: Interview

Interviews are scheduled to begin on 6 January 2027 and finish during the week commencing 25 January 2027.

Interviews will take place online through Microsoft Teams.

Candidates will be assessed on the three behaviours listed above, as well as their strengths.

Applicants should be prepared to provide examples demonstrating effective communication, customer service, sound judgement and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Stage 4: Driving Assessment

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Candidates who progress to the final stage will be invited to a regional location for a practical driving assessment.

The assessment will take place in a manual vehicle provided by the DVSA and will evaluate your ability to drive safely and confidently across different road types and traffic conditions.

Driving assessments are currently scheduled to begin from 20 January 2027.

Candidates should be prepared to attend on the dates offered, as rescheduling may not be possible.

Additional Checks

Successful candidates will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks, which include:

  • An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for new entrant Driving Examiners.
  • Baseline Personnel Security Standard checks.
  • Applicable employment screening and other checks described in the official advert.

External applicants and current employees of accredited non-departmental public bodies will also undergo a social media check covering publicly available online activity.

Reasonable adjustments can be requested during the recruitment process for applicants who need support because of a disability or other relevant circumstances.

Location and Cluster Selection

DVSA test centres are organised into geographical areas known as clusters. Successful applicants may be appointed to any location within their selected cluster and may be required to conduct tests at multiple centres within that area.

Check the official Clusters List attachment before applying. If your preferred location is not listed, do not apply for this vacancy on the assumption that another location can be offered.

Offers will be made in merit order for each cluster. If an immediate offer is not available, successful candidates may be placed on a reserve list for up to 12 months.

How to Apply

To apply, visit the official Civil Service Jobs vacancy page and complete the application before the closing deadline.

Application deadline: Sunday, 1 November 2026, at 11:55 pm.

Official application link: https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi?jcode=2018030

Before applying, make sure you meet the minimum driving licence requirements, can commit to the six-week full-time training programme and have the right to work in the UK without employer-sponsored Skilled Worker permission.

Contact Information

For questions about the vacancy or the role, contact the DVSA Frontline Recruitment Team:

  • Email: frontline.recruitment@dvsa.gov.uk

For recruitment process enquiries:

  • Email: hocandidates.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

Final Reminder

This is an opportunity to join the Civil Service in a permanent operational role, with 90 vacancies, a £32,027 starting salary and a structured training programme.

Review the available locations and eligibility requirements carefully, then submit your application before the deadline if you meet the criteria.

 

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