Terms and Conditions
Instructor Terms and Conditions
As a driving instructor working with Droober Ltd, you are expected to uphold professional standards and adhere to UK laws and best practices.
Professional Conduct
Instructors must:
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Demonstrate a high regard for road safety and uphold a high standard of driving and instructional ability.
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Adopt a professional approach to customers and show a responsible attitude at all times.
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Display their ADI registration certificate or trainee licence prominently while conducting lessons.
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Maintain the standards set out in the National Standard for Driver and Rider Training.
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Comply with all legal obligations, including anti-discrimination laws and data protection regulations.
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Refrain from using mobile phones or similar devices when supervising or conducting lessons, except when safely parked.
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Avoid inappropriate language, conduct, or discussions with pupils.
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Respect pupil confidentiality, except when safeguarding concerns arise.
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Keep up to date with current legislation, DVSA guidelines, and instructional practices.
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Use social media professionally and responsibly:
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Do not disclose pupils’ personal information.
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Ensure compliance with digital marketing laws.
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Avoid defamation of colleagues, DVSA, or other stakeholders.
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Do not share footage of driving tests without prior written consent from both the DVSA and the pupil.
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Business Practices
Instructors must:
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Inform pupils of their terms of business on or after the first lesson, including:
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Instructor’s legal name, address, and contact details.
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Lesson duration and cancellation policies.
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Refund conditions.
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Complaints procedure.
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Check each pupil’s provisional licence and eyesight on the first lesson.
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Keep a written or digital record of the pupil’s training progress.
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Offer honest advice regarding test readiness and support pupils through the booking process.
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Do not cancel or rearrange a test without the pupil’s consent. If the instructor decides the school car is not available for the test, the pupil must be informed with sufficient notice.
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Ensure the tuition vehicle is roadworthy, properly insured, fitted with dual controls, and complies with DVSA test requirements.
Complaints and Disputes
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All complaints should first be addressed to Droober Ltd.
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If a resolution cannot be reached:
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Business-related issues may be taken to Citizens' Advice.
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Professional conduct issues can be escalated to the ADI Registrar at: [email protected]
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