Clip and Climb arena instructor

Bury Council; Radcliffe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Uniform provided

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Clip n’ Climb Instructor roles at Radcliffe Hub involve delivering high-quality, safe, engaging climbing sessions for participants of all ages, on a permanent basis with a fixed rota pattern including evenings and weekends. You’ll contribute to a welcoming, supportive environment while promoting health, wellbeing and community participation.

Responsibilities include ensuring equipment is used correctly, delivering clear instruction, maintaining safety standards, and inspiring confidence as

Qualifications

• CPD commitment and ongoing learning.
• Excellent customer care and communication skills.
• Engaging, empathetic communicator with a passion for climbing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, safe climbing sessions for participants of all ages.
• Ensure equipment is used correctly and sessions are supervised.
• Create an inclusive, supportive environment that encourages confidence.
• Motivate and inspire climbers while maintaining safety standards.

Job description

Clip and Climb Area Instructor - Leisure

Clip and Climb Area instructor Grade 6 plus matrix payment for unsociable hours working,

Bury Leisure is looking to recruit 8-10 candidates to work as Clip and climb instructor on a permanent basis with 5-7 positions on a fixed rota pattern including evenings and weekend and 3 annualised hours basis to cover when required. Rota's to be confirmed for all roles.

CLIMB. COACH. INSPIRE.

Become a Clip n’ Climb Instructor and bring the adventure to life!

Bury Council is proudly opening the brand-new Radcliffe Hub a flagship community leisure and wellbeing destination that is transforming what's possible for the people of Radcliffe and the wider borough. This isn't just a new building, it's a bold statement of investment in our community's health, happiness and future and one of the most significant developments the borough has seen in years.

We’re looking for Clip ‘n Climb Instructors who understand that climbing isn’t just an activity, it’s a confidence builder, a physical challenge and an exciting way for people to push their limits in a safe and supportive environment.

About the Role:

As a Clip and Climb Instructor for Radcliffe Leisure, you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality, safe and engaging climbing sessions, ensuring every participant has a fun and memorable experience. From first-time climbers to more confident participants, you’ll guide individuals of all ages and abilities as they build skills, confidence and a sense of achievement.

This role combines strong attention to safety with excellent customer service and the ability to motivate and encourage others. You’ll ensure all equipment is used correctly, provide clear instruction and supervision, and create an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported to challenge themselves.

You’ll meet a wide range of people from children experiencing their first climb to adults stepping outside their comfort zones and your ability to connect, inspire and build trust will be key to their experience.

You won’t just be supervising an activity, you’ll be helping people overcome fears, build resilience and leave with a real sense of accomplishment and that’s a rewarding thing to be part of.

What we’re looking for:

We're looking for someone who is passionate about climbing, who want to become Clip and Climb arena Instructorwho brings expertise, empathy and energy to every session someone who genuinely believes in the transformative power of learning to climb. Ideally with:

• Relevant knowledge about Climbing & Safe release.
• Who is engaging and a good communicator
• Evidence of continued CPD demonstrating a commitment to staying current and developing your practice.
• Excellent customer care skills and a natural ability to connect with and inspire climbers.

Why Bury Council Leisure?

When you join Bury Council's Wellness and Leisure team, you're not just taking a job. You're becoming part of a mission to make Bury a healthier, happier and more connected place to live. Here's what you can look forward to:

Be Part of History: This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join as a founding team member of the brand-new Radcliffe Hub one of the most significant community investments in the borough in recent years. Help us set the standard from day one.

Real Investment in Your Development: We actively support your professional growth, from maintaining your qualifications to CPD opportunities, Governing Body updates and beyond. Whether you're looking to develop your specialism or progress into senior aquatics roles, we'll back your ambitions every step of the way.

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS): Enjoy the security and peace of mind of one of the most competitive workplace pension schemes in the country hugely valuable benefit of working for a local authority.

Generous Annual Leave: Benefit from a competitive annual leave entitlement that increases with your length of service giving you more time to rest, recharge and do the things you love.

Full Uniform Provided: Your complete uniform is provided so you're looking and feeling the part from your very first shift.

An Inclusive, Supportive Culture: We celebrate diversity and are genuinely committed to building a team that reflects the community we serve. We support flexible working where operationally possible and foster a culture where everyone feels valued and respected.

Work That Truly Matters: Every lesson you deliver, every swimmer you encourage and every child you help to take their first independent length you're directly contributing to the safety, confidence and wellbeing of Bury's communities. That's not just a job. That's a vocation.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups. Our recruitment processes are fair, transparent and accessible.

Disability Confident Employer

We offer workplace adjustments, access to staff networks and accessible recruitment processes to ensure every candidate can perform at their best. Support is available throughout the recruitment process via [e-mail].

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

We guarantee an assessment for applicants who meet the minimum criteria and identify as:

• A member of the Armed Forces community
• A current or former care leaver
• An individual with a disability or longterm health condition

About Bury

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way.

Benefits of working for Bury Council

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We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements.
We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.

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