Outdoor Activity Instructors: 2027 Season - Leicestershire

Outdoor Learning; Leicester Forest East; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre (LOPC) is recruiting Outdoor Activity Instructors for the 2027 season. We offer seasonal full-time, part-time and freelance opportunities starting March 2027, with an hourly rate dependent on qualifications and experience.

As an instructor, you will deliver outdoor activities to participants of different ages and backgrounds, helping them build confidence and learn new skills.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have, or be working towards, a relevant outdoor activity instructor qualification.
• Experience in outdoor instruction or working with children and young people would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a variety of outdoor activities to participants of different ages, abilities and backgrounds.
• Help people build confidence and learn new skills.
• No two days are the same; manage diverse client groups and activities.

Job description

• Outdoor Activity Instructors: 2027 Season - Leicestershire

Outdoor Activity Instructors: 2027 Season

at Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre (LOPC)

Contract: Seasonal full-time, part-time and freelance opportunities
Start date: March 2027
Salary: Hourly rate dependent on qualifications and experience
Closing date: 31 December 2026 (freelance applications accepted beyond this date)

Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre (LOPC) is a busy and welcoming outdoor activity centre located on the outskirts of Leicester.

Our 15-acre site provides an exciting range of adventurous activities on land, water and our multi-element high ropes course, with access to our own stretch of the River Soar.

Welcoming over 27,000 participants each year, we work with schools, colleges, youth organisations, community groups, families and corporate clients. Our aim is to provide enjoyable, inclusive and educational experiences that challenge, inspire and develop the people taking part.

The Opportunity

We are recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Outdoor Activity Instructors to join our team for the 2027 season.

We offer seasonal full-time, part-time and freelance opportunities, providing a chance to develop your career within a friendly, supportive and busy outdoor centre.

As an instructor, you will deliver a variety of exciting outdoor activities to participants of different ages, abilities and backgrounds. You will help people build confidence, learn new skills, overcome challenges and enjoy memorable experiences in the outdoors.

With a diverse range of activities, programmes and client groups, no two days are quite the same.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for friendly, reliable and enthusiastic individuals who enjoy working with people and are passionate about outdoor activities.

Applicants should have, or be working towards, a relevant outdoor activity instructor qualification. Experience in outdoor instruction or working with children and young people would be beneficial.

We're particularly interested in people who:

• Enjoy helping others learn, develop and achieve.
• Have strong communication, leadership and teamwork skills.
• Can engage and motivate participants of different ages and abilities.
• Are enthusiastic, adaptable and willing to learn.
• Take a positive, professional approach to safety and participant wellbeing.
• Are keen to develop their skills and qualifications within the outdoor industry.

Whether you're an experienced instructor or developing your qualifications and looking to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Can Offer You

At LOPC, we value our instructors and are committed to supporting their personal and professional development.

Our instructors benefit from:

• A thorough induction programme, including opportunities to gain nationally recognised qualifications.
• Experience working with a diverse range of clients and delivering varied adventurous activities.
• Opportunities to deliver outdoor education programmes with curriculum links.
• Opportunities to develop and deliver ongoing group programmes.
• Regular professional development workshops.
• Quality outdoor uniform and discounts on outdoor equipment.
• Opportunities to take on additional responsibilities within the organisation.
• Potential for extended contracts over winter 2027.

You'll be part of an enthusiastic and supportive team, working together to deliver high-quality outdoor experiences throughout the season.

Additional Information

LOPC is a non-residential centre, and accommodation cannot be provided.

Successful applicants will be required to provide two references and undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

The role may involve some evening, weekend and bank holiday working.

For an informal conversation about the opportunities available, please contact:

David Robinson
Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]