Outdoor Adventure Instructor – Youth Programs (Casual)

Somerset Council; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

LGPS pension

Hybrid working

Wellbeing support

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Somerset Council is seeking a Casual Instructor to lead outdoor activities and residential courses foryoung people across Somerset. You will help participants build confidence, learn new skills, and enjoy safe, engaging adventures in a supportive team.

Responsibilities include delivering adventures, maintaining equipment, and safeguarding wellbeing. A First Aid qualification and suitable outdoor activity credentials are required, with opportunities for flexible, hybrid working.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering outdoor and adventurous activities for young people.
• Experience in residential settings, risk assessment and safe working practices.
• Hold one or more of the following qualifications: RCI, Paddlesport Instructor, Mountain Bike Leader, Lowland Leader, Duke of Edinburgh Assessor, or Archery GB Instructor.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inspiring outdoor adventures and learning experiences for young people across Somerset and beyond.
• Maintain and inspect activity equipment, ensuring the highest standards of safety.
• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of every participant.
• Work across four outdoor centres set within the Quantock and Mendip Hills.
• Provide excellent customer care and create a welcoming, positive experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Somerset Council is seeking a Casual Instructor to lead outdoor activities and residential courses foryoung people across Somerset. You will help participants build confidence, learn new skills, and enjoy safe, engaging adventures in a supportive team.

Responsibilities include delivering adventures, maintaining equipment, and safeguarding wellbeing. A First Aid qualification and suitable outdoor activity credentials are required, with opportunities for flexible, hybrid working.