Specialist Outdoor Instructor

2 weeks ago

Newbury, West Berkshire, United Kingdom Institute for Outdoor Learning Full time

Contract type: Full time / Permanent

Closing date: 07 Mar 2025 03:00 PM

Location: The Grange, Snelsmore, Newbury, Berkshire
Salary: £29,500
Closes: 7/3/25

Salary: up to £29,500 per annum

45 days holiday to be taken outside of school term time. Contributory work-based pension

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 08.00-16.30, Monday-Friday. Plus: 5 Residential Weekends or 10 Event Days; Maximum of 6 evening Sessions

Start Date: Immediate

Outdoor Academy is looking for a passionate Outdoor Instructor to join our friendly team where a fantastic work-life balance career is offered.

We are looking for a multi-skilled lead instructor with both land and water-based qualifications and a strong passion for youth development. Our adventurous activity programmes provide essential outdoor learning opportunities that are delivered offsite for small groups and intensive one-to-one sessions. Every day is a mini adventure

In addition, we deliver to a wide variety of clients through multi-activity programmes, residentials, DofE expeditions, event entertainment, and corporate activity days. The position will require confidence in leading sessions.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

  • To supervise and instruct outdoor activities for groups and individuals.
  • Coordinate session logistics including student transport using company vehicles.
  • Plan, deliver and review suitable outdoor activity sessions.
  • Support young people to achieve personal goals, accreditations, and record data using our internal reporting system.
  • Ensure all activities conform within current operating procedures and risk assessments whilst keeping the delivery fun, relaxed, and engaging.
  • Effective incident management including student emotional and behaviour support.
  • Work alongside the team to ensure all health and safety practices are conducted regarding building, equipment, and vehicles.
  • Keep current and up to date with relevant NGB qualifications and in-house training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum two years' experience working with young people
  • Mountain Bike Instructor
  • Climbing Wall Instructor
  • Archery GB Instructor
  • Lowland Expedition Leader
  • Experience in wilderness activities
  • Full UK Driving Licence – minimum two years driving experience

If you do not have all of the above, but you are focused and driven to obtain the additional qualifications, please still get in touch.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum of two references including last employment
  • Proof of identity and qualifications
  • Permanent UK National Insurance Number, UK residential address, and UK bank account
  • Candidates must be able to prove that they have the right to work in the UK

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to necessary background checks and enhanced DBS check.

Call 0118 9712 769 for more information.

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