Outdoor Activity Instructor

Robinwood Activity Centres; Todmorden; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent, year-round contract

Free meals on shift

Profit-related tax-free bonus

House purchase assistance scheme

12 weeks off a year

Job summary

Robinwood Activity Centres in Todmorden invites applications for an Outdoor Activity Instructor (Group Leader). You will lead a KS2 group through a range of fun, adventure and themed activities during a 3-day residential course, with a focus on confidence, teamwork and engagement.

The role offers a permanent, year-round contract, with training provided. Expect a supportive environment, wellbeing-focused scheduling, and opportunities to gain nationally recognised qualifications.

Qualifications

• Positive, enthusiastic, and engaging.
• Experienced working with children (paid or voluntary).
• Confident leading groups.
• A natural storyteller or motivator.
• No prior Outdoor Activity Instructor experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of key stage 2 children through a range of fun, adventure and themed activities.
• Build confidence in children aged 7-11.
• Encourage teamwork and resilience.
• Bring sessions to life through storytelling and energy.

Skills

Group leadership

Storytelling

Child engagement

Energetic demeanor

Experience with children

Job description

Outdoor Activity Instructor (Group Leader)

Dobroyd Castle, Todmorden, West Yorkshire

Next start date: Early 2027

Why Robinwood?

Industry-leading Employer

• Living Wage Foundation accredited
• Investors in People Gold
• Employee-owned business

Plus

• Permanent, year-round contract
• Free meals on shift
• Profit-related tax-free bonus
• House purchase assistance scheme
• 12 weeks off a year (including August and Christmas)

Want a job where you actually make a difference - and have fun doing it?

At Robinwood, you won't just be running activities, you will be helping children grow in confidence, build friendships, and create memories that last a lifetime.

We are looking for energetic, outgoing people to join our team as Group Leaders (Outdoor Activity Instructors) at our Maes Y Nant centre.

What you will be doing as a Group Leader (Outdoor Activity Instructor):

Over a 3-day residential course, you will lead a group of key stage 2 children through a range of fun, adventure and themed activities.

But It's More Than That, You Will

• Build confidence in children aged 7-11
• Encourage teamwork and resilience
• Bring sessions to life through storytelling and energy

No two days are the same, and the impact you make is real.

What You Will Get

• £13.45 per hour (£1,550-£1,600 per month est based on a 30 hours per week contract)
• Pay increases with experience and responsibility

Training & Development

Gain Nationally Recognised Qualifications In

• Archery
• First Aid
• Paddle Sports
• Climbing

…plus a catalogue of courses available, including Autism Awareness, Child Mental Health Training and many more.

Wellbeing Focused

• At least 2 consecutive days off per week
• Fixed timetable patterns (published 4 weeks in advance)
• Structured support from your manager
• Strong work-life balance

What we are looking for

You don't need to be an expert, but you do need to be:

• Positive, enthusiastic, and engaging
• Experienced working with children (paid or voluntary)
• Confident leading groups
• A natural storyteller or motivator

No prior Outdoor Activity Instructor experience needed, we will train you.