Casual Instructor

Somerset County Council; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

LGPS pension

Flexible/hybrid working

Health and wellbeing support

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Somerset County Council is seeking a Casual Outdoor Instructor to lead outdoor activities for young people and groups across Somerset, both on-site and off-site. You will deliver residential courses, maintain high safety and safeguarding standards, and provide excellent customer care, helping participants gain confidence and new skills.

Join a supportive team in four centres set within the Quantock and Mendip Hills, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements and a focus on wellbeing and

Qualifications

• Experience delivering outdoor and adventurous activities for young people.
• Experience in residential settings, risk assessment and safe working practices.
• Hold one or more qualifications: RCI, Paddlesport Instructor, Mountain Bike Leader, Lowland Leader, Duke of Edinburgh Assessor, or Archery GB Instructor.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inspiring outdoor adventures and learning experiences for young people.
• Lead activities and supervise residential courses, ensuring safety and safeguarding.
• Maintain equipment and promote participant wellbeing and safety.

Skills

Outdoor instruction

Residential experience

Risk assessment

First Aid

Communication skills

ICT proficiency

Group leadership

Tools

RCI

Paddlesport Instructor

Mountain Bike Leader

Lowland Leader

Duke of Edinburgh Assessor

Archery GB Instructor

Job description

Salary: Hourly rate - £13.28

Contract: Casual

Hours: Various - Up to 37 Hours per week.

Closing date: 2nd November 2026

About the Role

Are you passionate about the outdoors and creating memorable experiences for young people and groups?

As a Casual Instructor, you'll lead and support a wide range of exciting outdoor activities, both on and off-site, helping participants build confidence, develop new skills and enjoy safe, engaging adventures.

You'll play a key role in delivering residential courses, providing excellent customer care, maintaining high standards of safety and safeguarding, and ensuring every visitor receives a welcoming and positive experience.

Working as part of a supportive team, you'll help create an environment where learning, adventure and personal growth can thrive.

How You'll Make a Difference

• Deliver inspiring outdoor adventures and learning experiences for young people across Somerset and beyond.
• Help shape and develop exciting activities, both on-site and in the great outdoors.
• Give young people the chance to build confidence, learn new skills and discover what they're capable of.
• Maintain and inspect activity equipment, ensuring the highest standards of safety.
• Play an important role in safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of every participant.
• Work across four stunning outdoor centres set within the beautiful Quantock and Mendip Hills.
• Join a service that focuses on what young people can achieve, helping them imagine, discover and succeed.

What You'll Bring

• Experience delivering outdoor and adventurous activities for young people.
• Experience in residential settings, risk assessment and safe working practices.
• Hold one or more of the following qualifications: RCI, Paddlesport Instructor, Mountain Bike Leader, Lowland Leader, Duke of Edinburgh Assessor, or Archery GB Instructor.
• Valid First Aid qualification.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with children and adults.
• Confident using ICT systems and equipment.

Why Join Us?

At Somerset Council, we're a progressive organisation committed to improving lives and shaping better services for our communities. Based in one of England's most beautiful counties, it's a great place to build your career and enjoy an excellent quality of life.

• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), one of the UK's most enhanced and secure pension schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance, where service needs allow.
• Health and wellbeing support, including access to confidential employee assistance services.
• Paid volunteering opportunities, helping you make a difference both inside and outside of work.

Find out more about working at Somerset Council: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-at-somerset-council/

Further Information

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. We are only able to proceed with candidates who already have the right to work in the UK without the need for VISA sponsorship.

We believe diversity makes us stronger and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, whose unique perspectives help us better serve the people of Somerset.

You can find a copy of the job description here: AG0886 Seasonal Instructor.pdf

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