Apprentice Outdoor Instructor
Activate Outdoors - Brenscombe Outdoor Centre · Location to be confirmed
Outdoor activity instructor (level 3)
This apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being in the outdoors, meeting new people and being part of a friendly, active team. You will gain experience across the day-to-day running of an outdoor centre while developing the skills, knowledge and qualifications needed to build a career in the outdoor industry.
The work
- Assist with the setup, delivery and pack-down of activity sessions
- Domestic/house keeping duties
- General site maintenance
- A member of the overnight duty rota
Training
Full training will take place at Brenscombe Outdoor Centre during working hours.
Brenscombe Outdoor Centre will work in partnership with training provider, Channel Training.
A structured independent learning plan for the apprenticeship programme, will be produced on induction day.
Training provider: CHANNEL TRAINING LIMITED
What you come out with
- Potential extension to September, depending on bookings
- Seasonal instructor position available at Brenscombe for the summer season post-apprenticeship
- Outdoor Instructor either based at a Centre or Freelance
What they are looking for
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE English D/3
- Essential · GCSE Maths D/3
- Desired · GCSE English C/4
- Desired · GCSE Maths C/4
Things to consider
18+ years old only due to safeguarding and overnight duties.
Pay extras and benefits
Affordable on-site accommodation available if required.
£16,640 a year
The employer
Based in the beautiful Dorset countryside, Brenscombe Outdoor Centre provides a range of outdoor activities and experiences for visiting schools, youth groups, families and other organisations. We aim to provide memorable experiences that help people develop confidence, teamwork, resilience and new skills in a safe and supportive environment