Senior Activity Instructor

Are you looking to progress your career in the outdoors?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced outdoor professional who is looking to play a greater part in leadership and setting standards at a busy multi activity residential centre.

In addition to delivering the widest range of land and water-based activities, you will be part of the core team delivering training and monitoring of standards of activity delivery and be the go-to person for customer service and colleague support. You will run RYA instructor courses in powerboats and jet ski’s.

Experience and knowledge.

Essential skills and qualifications.

• 3 seasons worth of experience in the adventurous outdoor sector.
• A recognised climbing qualification - ERCA, RCI OR CWI.
• Paddle UK qualification - paddle sport instructor or above.
• Competent paddler in all weather conditions (Sup, kayak and open canoe.)
• In date 16-hour first aid qualifications
• Demonstrate coherent and legible written communication and basic numeracy
• Hold a current enhanced DBS clearance.

Desirable skills and qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in a leadership role.
• Employed in the residential multi activity sector.
• RYA instructor qualifications.
• Paddle UK coach awards.
• GCSE maths or English grade C or equivalent.
• Have a working knowledge of PC based word processing and databases.
• Hold a UK driving license.

Benefits.

• Countryside feel with easy access to London (into centre in 40 minutes by public transport).
• Support towards relevant outdoor activity qualifications.
• Accommodation until October 2027, subject to availability and agreed terms.
• Free off-duty use of centre activities, subject to availability, safety requirements and centre policies.
• A free yearly family membership and 20% discount at the centre’s coffee shop.
• Outdoor equipment and clothing discounts through participating suppliers and partner schemes.

Take the next step in outdoor leadership. Applications close 30 November 2026.