Group Leader (Activity Leaders)

Robinwood Activity Centres; Preston; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join as Group Leaders. This role goes beyond traditional outdoor activity instruction; it involves using engaging activities to foster children's growth and development. With a commitment to training and promotion from within, this position offers a pathway to build skills that last a lifetime. Enjoy a supportive environment where you can make a significant impact on children's lives while enjoying most school holidays off. If you have a positive demeanor and love working with kids, this opportunity could be perfect for you!

Benefits

Free meals when working

Paid NGB training

Relocation allowance of £1200

Qualifications

• Experience (paid or voluntary) working with children is preferred.
• No formal qualifications required as training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead themed and adventurous activities for children.
• Create memorable experiences that aid children's development.

Skills

Experience working with children

Positive attitude

Enthusiasm

Storytelling

Job description

Are you positive and enthusiastic with some experience (paid or voluntary) working with children?Then you could be just the person we are looking for to join the team as a Robinwood Group Leader.

Group Leading at Robinwood is more than being an outdoor activity instructor. Our Group Leaders use themed and adventurous activities to develop children over a three-day course. Incorporating the 12 qualities we develop into sessions whilst delivering a fun and safe experience.

In short, you’ll be giving children memories that could last a lifetime and developing skills to help them at the KS2 level and beyond.

As you invest in the children, we invest in you. Developing your skills through an industry-leading training and development programme.

Whether staying as a Group Leader, moving up to senior positions or moving into a different career. Being a Robinwood Group Leader will provide you with skills that will last you a lifetime.

Group Leaders work regular days each week on a 5-day (36 HPW*) permanent year-round contract (3 or 4-day contracts are available after an initial training period, subject to availability) and have most school holidays off.

All staff are promoted from within so there are excellent opportunities for the best staff.

*Actual hours worked per week will likely be higher to allow at least 12 weeks off.

Group Leader Pay

Starting salary of £24,149 (£12.90 per hour), increasing with time served and responsibility. Free meals when working + paid NGB training. Plus relocation allowance of £1200 for new starters.

Requirements

We welcome applications from positive, enthusiastic people who have some experience (paid or voluntary) working with children. Qualifications are not necessary as we provide all training, although an interest and some experience in the activities we offer is useful.

If you're confident and fun, have an ability to relate to 8-11 year olds and tell a good story, you could be the person for us!

Please apply online by clicking the "Apply" button.