Activity Instructor

We are looking for an **Activity Instructor** to join our team at **Piran Meadows Resort** in** Newquay, Cornwall. **_Great hourly rate of pay_

This is a **permanent **position to work **full time** hours. This will be **37.5 **hours across **5 **variable days which will include weekends and bank holidays.

Flexibility is essential to suit the needs of the business.

Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure. This will be paid by Darwin Escapes.

**Company overview**:
Darwin Escapes has 26 amazing destinations across the United Kingdom, each of which has its own unique offering. Whether you are looking for a role in food and beverage, grounds, maintenance, housekeeping, entertainment or at a management level then the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you

**About The Role**

**Main responsibilities**:
The successful Activity Instructor will
- Work with the Leisure team to deliver the activities programme to guests.
- Help organise activities such as mini jet skis, water walkers, archery, etc.
- Frequent checks of leisure areas to maintain cleanliness.
- Ensure the leisure areas are kept clear and safe.
- Recognise any issues and deal with them immediately.
- Check and record guest passes.
- Advise guests on the activity programmes.
- Record any accidents and administer First Aid, as required.

**Requirements**:
Previous experience in a similar role is preferred. A current NPLQ is desirable however not essential. A driving license and the ability to drive is advantageous to enable you to get to and from the resort easily. Pool Plant and First Aid qualifications are an advantage.

**What’s in it for you**:

- Competitive rate of pay.
- Enhanced holiday entitlement (*with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year).
- Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK.
- Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including many of our free gyms and swimming pools.
- Food discount across all resorts.
- *Free complimentary round of Golf.
- Discounts on spa treatments.
- *Discount on website ticket prices for Chester Zoo, the UK’s largest charity zoo.
- *'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus.
- *Company employee sick pay.
- Compassionate leave pay.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Free access to the Darwin Academy training programme to help further your career and skill levels.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- MediCash cash plan.
- Subject to terms and conditions

**Why work for us**:
‘Darwin Escapes is successful because of our Team, who are like minded, dedicated and committed to delivering outstanding standards and customer experience. This is how we support each other to carve those life long memories for our holiday home owners, holiday guests and golf members and visitors’ - Lindsey Esse, Managing Director.

**Required Criteria**
- Right to Live and work in the UK

**Desired Criteria**
- A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort
- Previous experience in a similar role is preferred
- A current NPLQ is desirable however not essential
- Pool Plant and First Aid qualifications are an advantage

**Skills Needed**

**About The Company**

A Darwin Escape will always be the perfect destination.

A chance to unwind, power down or charge up You’ll be all set to explore, seize adventure, dream bigger and let go of it all.

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat in a picturesque rural setting, or a fun-packed family break in the heart of the action, we’ve got the perfect escape waiting for you.

Each of our locations are unique - no two are the same. We have lots of different accommodation, from luxury lodges complete with their own private hot tub, through to family-sized caravans and even treehouses. We want you to love your escape, so we are always striving for excellence.

All of our resorts are beautifully-maintained, with our award-winning facilities and stunning accommodation. Where you can relax and unwind or have an adventure filled holiday break away - make it your holiday, your way.

**Company Culture**

Start your career with one of the fastest growing companies in the UK holiday industry.

Darwin Escapes has 26 locations across the country, each with its own unique personality and offering, including luxurious lodge retreats, more family focused destinations and countryside tranquil locations. We offer something for everyone, from our holidays guests, holiday home owners to our valued staff.

No matter where you are in the country we are sure to have a resort near you. Whether you're down at the southern-most point of Cornwall or all the way up to Ayrshire in Scotland, and everywhere in between, we have the career for you

If you're looking for a role in entertainment, food and beverage or at a management level the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you.

With a friendly and encouraging environment you can start your career at Darwin Esca