Outdoor Activity Instructor Apprenticeship
2 months ago
Apprentice Outdoor Activity Instructor
About us
We are one of the most experienced providers of outdoor education in the UK. We were founded over 35 years ago and run over 1.2 million activity sessions each year across ten activity centres. Each year we welcome over 175,000 young people from more than 35 countries around the world. Here at Kingswood, we know that our people are the centre of our success, making our adventure centres as magical as they are.
About the role
The course start date is Monday 3rd February 2025.
Kingswood values establishing a work-life balance; the course exposes you to the world of work and leaves plenty of opportunities to enjoy your social downtime.
You will be given some study time, including training sessions alongside your daily activities with an 80% practical learning and 20% theory mix. The study and training sessions will be covered in your contracted paid hours. There are many activities running daily with endless training to boost your confidence. Being an apprentice is about being pulled out of your comfort zone. You will be working with high adrenaline activities, public speaking and group leading
Embrace the opportunity to deliver a diverse range of activities such as high ropes, team building, bushcraft, and MORE Seize the role of a group leader, guiding and inspiring our visitors, and crafting unforgettable experiences. Take pride in educating groups about essential life skills through the activities you deliver and gain recognized National Governing Bodies qualifications.
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About you
- Hold at least a Level 1 Functional Skills in both Maths and English/or a minimum of a grade D/3 in both Maths and English
- An interest in working outdoors and with children
- Friendly, outgoing and a team player
- Some experience within the outdoor sector
What's next?
We have a 5-stage recruitment process.
Stage 1: After completing a short application with us, you'll receive an email asking you to complete some screening questions. These are our initial checks with the recruitment team.
Stage 2: After completing your screening questions and having been successfully screened by a member of the recruitment team, you will need to complete a short form for our training provider, so they can complete their checks and ensure you are eligible.
Stage 3: Visit Kingswood Centre and complete an assessment day with us This is a fun day, jam-packed with activities for you to experience. Giving you a taste of what to expect.
Stage 4: Attend a Teams meeting with one of the training specialists, to sign you on officially to our apprenticeship program.
Stage 5: Receive your official offer and start the onboarding process with our HR team.
Why Kingswood?
- Earn while you learn - 6.40 per hour, you'll take home around 1100 a month tax-free
- Receive 150 after 3 months and 6 months and an extra 200 following completion of the course
- Accommodation at our scenic residential locations included
- Nutritious, delicious meals provided, catering for vegetarians and vegans
- Perkbox - Whether it's supermarket savings or discounted days out, the daily coffee or a summer holiday - there's something to suit everyone's lifestyle all year round
- Wagestream salary management - next-day wage access, financial advice and shopping discounts
- Discounts at international sports retailer Decathlon
- 50% discount on booking our Skern Lodge site in Devon
- 28 days holiday
- A fulfilling career creating life-changing adventures
For further information please contact a member of the recruitment team at apprentices@inspiring-learning.com or alternatively visit our website Kingswood Apprenticeship Programme | Inspiring Learning Careers (inspiring-learningcareers.com)
You need to possess the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for employment with Kingswood. Successful candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and provide two professional references. Pay rates include holiday.
We're passionate about creating life-changing adventures for children and young people. If you feel the same, why not join us? Kingswood is an Inspiring Learning brand.
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