Outdoor Instructor Trainee — Hands-on Training & Mentoring

Institute for Outdoor Learning; St Davids; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform and PPE provided

Discounts with leading outdoor brands

Job summary

TYF is seeking an Outdoor Instructor Trainee for a seasonal, fixed-term role in Pembrokeshire, UK. The position runs April–September 2027 with a four-week induction and ongoing mentoring.

You’ll develop technical skills across coasteering, kayaking, surfing, climbing and paddleboarding while gaining valuable real-world experience. As part of a small but highly experienced team, you’ll learn to lead sessions, manage groups, and deliver engaging activities safely.

Qualifications

• One relevant National Governing Body (NGB) qualification, or currently working towards achieving one.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Passion for the outdoors and working with people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident leading or engaging groups of different ages and backgrounds.
• Enthusiastic, proactive and willing to learn.
• Ability to work as part of a small team.
• Experience working with young people.
• Experience delivering games, team challenges or youth activities.
• Customer service or hospitality experience.
• Duke of Edinburgh, Scouts, Cadets, outdoor education or similar leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional adventure experiences while gaining real-world experience every day.
• Take the lead on team challenges, initiative exercises and evening programmes.
• Develop confidence, group management and facilitation skills.
• Work as part of a professional team and participate in mentoring and training.

Skills

Outdoor passion

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Group leadership

Teamwork

Experience with young people

Experience delivering activities/games

Customer service / hospitality

Education

NGB qualification or working towards

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

TYF is seeking an Outdoor Instructor Trainee for a seasonal, fixed-term role in Pembrokeshire, UK. The position runs April–September 2027 with a four-week induction and ongoing mentoring.

You’ll develop technical skills across coasteering, kayaking, surfing, climbing and paddleboarding while gaining valuable real-world experience. As part of a small but highly experienced team, you’ll learn to lead sessions, manage groups, and deliver engaging activities safely.