Climbing Instructor (3 Posts) – 2 x 10 hpw and 1 x 9 hpw

South Tyneside Council; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

South Tyneside Council is recruiting three Climbing Instructors to deliver high-quality climbing instruction and engaging activities for young people. The posts are based at the Simonside Climbing Wall with a pro rata annual salary of £27,274, equating to £14.13 per hour.

The roles require flexible working including evenings, weekends and school holidays, and adherence to safeguarding and pre-employment checks. DBS disclosure will be sought for all postholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class climbing instruction and positive activities to improve outcomes for young people.
• Based at Simonside Climbing Wall; requires evening, weekend and school holiday flexibility.

Job description

Climbing Instructor (3 Posts) – 2 × 10 hpw and 1 × 9 hpw

(Youth Services, Outdoor Education)

£27,274 pa pro rata (inclusive salary) (£14.13 ph)

You will be responsible for delivering first class climbing instruction and positive activities, to help achieve the vision of the overall service and improve outcomes for young people.

The postholder will be based at the Simonside Climbing Wall and will need to be flexible to meet the needs of the service. This may include evening, weekend and School Holiday working.

South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.

We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.

Closing date: Noon, 12 November 2026

Interviews will take place on 2 December 2026