Activity Instructor

Crieff Hydro Limited; Crieff; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in Accommodation

Exclusive Discounts

Team Rate Hotel Stays

Refer a Friend Bonus

Guest Mention Rewards

Friendly & Supportive Team

Career Progression

Wellbeing Support

Team Events & Annual Staff Party

Job summary

Crieff Hydro Hotel in Scotland is seeking an experienced outdoor activity instructor to join our diverse team. You’ll promote the thrill and challenge of a wide range of land-based activities across our estate, leading groups in corporate and leisure settings.

You’ll be a self-starter, calm under pressure, and a strong communicator who builds positive relationships with guests and teammates. Experience in water sports, archery or high ropes is essential, with opportunities to develop your career

Qualifications

• Experience in air rifles, archery or high ropes is essential.
• Ability to lead groups in land-based activities across varied environments.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with guests and team.

Responsibilities

• Promote the thrill and challenge of land-based activities in Scotland.
• Lead groups in activities, corporate and leisure, and assist with training.

Skills

Air rifles

Archery

High ropes

Event management

Job description

Be part of the Family

We’re a family business through and through – family owned since 1868, family run and with a warm family welcome for guests and team alike. Our seven hotels are unique and set in three stunning Scottish locations. Some are big, some are small, but all offer fantastic food and drink, cozy beds and a wealth of things to do.

We offer an expansive range of benefits to help you make the most of life outside of work, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels heard and valued.

We treat our guests like family, and we support our people the same way. If you’re someone who lives our values of Be Creative, Be Curious, Be Thoughtful, Be Positive and Be You, you’ll fit right in.

Crieff Hydro Hotel

Pretty much in the centre of Scotland, we’re set in a 900acre estate in stunning Perthshire. Home from home, we’ve been welcoming generations of families for 150 years. We have 215 hotel bedrooms, 55 self‑catering lodges, six restaurants and over 60 onsite activities– there really is something for everyone!

About the role

You’ll join a team of diverse instructors to promote the thrill and challenge of the widest range of land‑based activities in Scotland - rain, hail or shine. You’ll also lead groups in activities, corporate and leisure and assist with team training and quality assurance.

You’ll be a self‑starter, able to think on your feet and remain calm under pressure. As a strong communicator, you’ll quickly build positive working relationships with the team and customers. You’ll show leadership skills, and have an ambition to develop a career in the outdoor activity field. Experience in a minimum of two of the following is essential – water sports, high/low ropes, quad biking, off‑road driving, Segway, air rifle shooting and event management.

What we need from you

• Passion – for helping guests to have fun and make memories.
• Willingness – a desire to learn and work in hospitality
• Team focus – there are no egos here, just hard‑working people who love creating memorable experiences for every guest
• Ideas and openness – we’re up for doing things differently and will try (almost) everything once
• Fun and easy to talk to – we’re looking for personality, not a corporate clone
• Flexibility – supporting your team to deliver great a great experience.
• Experience in air rifles, archery and, or, high ropes is essential

What you’ll get from us

• Live‑in Accommodation – Affordable housing with bills included may be available. Availability and rates (set by HMRC) can be discussed at interview.
• Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy 30% off food, drinks and retail, discounted leisure membership and reduced rates on hotel activities.
• Team Rate Hotel Stays – Take time to recharge with discounted stays at all of our hotels from just £30 per night – where will you explore next?
• Refer a Friend Bonus – Earn up to £250‑£500 for each successful team member or manager which you recommend to us.
• Guest Mention Rewards – Earn £5 every time a guest gives you a positive shoutout in a review.
• A Friendly & Supportive Team – Work in a fun, welcoming environment where team spirit and well‑being are a priority.
• Career Progression – With seven hotels, multiple departments, and a wide range of roles, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and explore new career paths.
• Wellbeing Support – Get 24/7 confidential support via the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, covering mental health, finances, and more.
• Team Events & Annual Staff Party – We love to celebrate our people! Enjoy team events throughout the year and a legendary annual staff party.

Note: This opportunity does not qualify for sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in the UK.