Outdoor Adventure Instructor - Inspire Confidence & Growth

YMCA FAIRTHORNE HOUSING; Southampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave Pro rata

Health & wellbeing programme

Accommodation onsite

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Job summary

YMCA Fairthorne Group in Hampshire is seeking an Outdoor Activity Instructor to lead and deliver exciting, safe outdoor programmes for children, young people and adults.

You'll supervise a range of activities on site such as climbing, kayaking, archery, and woodland challenges, while ensuring high standards of customer care and safeguarding.

Join a values-led charity where you can make a lasting impact on participants, with a supportive team, built-in safeguarding and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience working in outdoor education or a similar environment.
• 8-hour First Aid Certificate
• Strong understanding of health and safety responsibilities
• Commitment to safeguarding children and young people

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of activity leadership and customer care
• Work with participants of all ages and abilities, including those with additional needs
• Fulfil the hosting role for visiting groups, supporting them throughout their stay
• Assist with the maintenance, safety and development of activities and equipment
• Complete equipment inspections and maintain accurate safety records
• Deliver evening entertainment activities as part of residential programmes
• Support dining room duties to ensure smooth programme delivery
• Perform Duty Manager responsibilities on a rota basis
• Promote a strong culture of health, safety and safeguarding
• Contribute to the ongoing development of outdoor programmes and activities

Skills

Outdoor education

First Aid 8-hour

Health and safety

Safeguarding

Communication

Education

8-hour First Aid Certificate

Job description

YMCA Fairthorne Group in Hampshire is seeking an Outdoor Activity Instructor to lead and deliver exciting, safe outdoor programmes for children, young people and adults.

You'll supervise a range of activities on site such as climbing, kayaking, archery, and woodland challenges, while ensuring high standards of customer care and safeguarding.

Join a values-led charity where you can make a lasting impact on participants, with a supportive team, built-in safeguarding and training opportunities.