ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. Make a Real Difference in a Young Person’s Life – Become a Drive for Life Driving Instructor Are you someone that is passionate about helping young people, and a strong belief in the power of second chances? If so, we invite you to be a part of something truly impactful. Drive for Life, part of The Salvation Army’s Youth Stream, empowers young people aged 16–25 who are navigating life’s challenges. We help them work towards one powerful, practical milestone: gaining their driver’s licence—and with it, independence, confidence, and access to education, employment, and housing. We’re looking for a full- time permanent Driving Instructor to lead our program in Kalgoorlie-Boulder. You will successfully Be a guiding presence—assessing and supporting clients through their journey. Keep everyone connected—liaising with local transport authorities, driving instructors, and volunteers. Make it happen—booking lessons, managing logistics, and ensuring clients stay on track. Build a village—recruiting, supporting, and matching volunteers with young people to complete logbook hours. Be a community connector—developing strong relationships with local stakeholders. Bring energy—engaging daily with young people one-on-one and in group settings. Help the program thrive—meeting KPIs and reporting benchmarks that show impact and growth. You will have A working knowledge of the issues faced by young people disengaged from mainstream services; this may include 'at risk' and/or experiencing homelessness, substance use disorders, mental ill-health, low literacy and/or numeracy (desirable) Knowledge of WA transport Driver’s License processes (training will be given) Current Drivers' licence Current Working with children check Current First Aid Certificate (are able to obtain within first three months) Mental Health First Aid Certificate (desirable) Willingness to undergo a National Police Check What we offer As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as; NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650) Flexible working conditions Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits Paid parental leave - 12 weeks Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service; Opportunity for career development; An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people. The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration At the Salvos, we believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. And it is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. Mission, Vision & Values The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus. We share the love of Jesus by: Caring for people Creating faith pathways Building healthy communities Working for justice When you work with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others. Find more information here. Check out how we’re bringing some more good in the world. Why work with the Salvos? The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services. When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis. So, if you are passionate about work that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you. Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more. The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provide opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential. Check out our career page to find out more about our recruitment process and what its like to work at the Salvos. We are always on the lookout for individuals keen to help us fulfil mission to support those in need. Along with contributing their valuable time to a good cause, volunteers bring much-needed vitality and a fresh perspective through their ideas to the range of roles we have on offer. Whatever your skillset, availability, or areas of interest, we are keen to hear from you. Check out our volunteer opportunities here.
