Seasonal Instructor

YHA England and Wales; Nether Booth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading activity organization in the United Kingdom is seeking Seasonal Instructors to deliver bespoke outdoor activities for diverse groups. Candidates will need proven experience in adventurous activities, valid 16 Hour Outdoor First Aid certification, and a driving license. Pay ranges from £12.61 to £13.53 per hour, with staff accommodation available. The role offers 10 free hostel stays a year and discounts. A chance to positively impact participants' experiences and contribute to a social mission.

Benefits

10 nights free hostel stays

Employee discount and cash back portal

Free YHA Membership

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Proven group experience (voluntary or paid) in adventurous outdoor activity delivery.
• A valid 16 Hour Outdoor First Aid certificate.
• A car driving licence held for a minimum of two years.

Responsibilities

• Adhering to safety standards and regulations during activities.
• Tailoring activities to meet diverse group needs.
• Ensuring all equipment is properly maintained.

Skills

Group experience in outdoor activities

Ability to tailor activities

Risk assessment knowledge

First Aid certification

D1 driving entitlement

Education

16 Hour Outdoor First Aid certificate

Tools

Outdoor equipment

Job description

Seasonal Instructor – Activities

Seasonal Instructors work with schools, youth, adult and family groups, including participants with disabilities and additional needs, delivering bespoke programmes of on-site and off-site activities. Seasonal Instructors are trained to deliver water, rock and rope-based activities.

We are a friendly team and will provide the training required for you to undertake the role. However, there is plenty for you to get stuck into from day one, including:

• Adhering to YHA standards, risk assessments and relevant external regulations. Balance safety with optimal learning outcomes through challenging and adventurous activities.
• Tailoring activities to meet the needs of diverse groups. By reviewing activities and encouraging feedback from groups and leaders you will promote engagement, service improvements and business retention.
• Ensuring all equipment is used correctly, logged, recorded and maintained to the highest standard, reporting any faults or damage.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven group experience (voluntary or paid) in adventurous outdoor activity delivery.
• A valid 16 Hour Outdoor First Aid certificate.
• A car driving licence held for a minimum of two years.
• Minimum Paddlesport Instructor and PSRC. And ideally training/assessment in at least one of the qualifications listed below:

• Local Cave Leader
• Rock Climbing Instructor
• Paddlesport Leader (or equivalent)
• A D1 entitlement and HML/ML qualification is advantageous.

Pay and Perks

£12.61 - £13.53 per hour – pay will rise from base rate upon gaining Qualified Instructor status (qualified in 3 of 4 core NGB’s plus D1+E). Staff accommodation is available at a rate of £69.83 per week.

Benefits

• 10 nights free hostel stays per year for you and up to 3 friends or family
• Access to YHA’s staff discount and cash back portal
• Free YHA Membership each year
• Access to support via our Employee Assistance Program

Why Work for YHA?

YHA is a social enterprise with a mission to enrich the lives of all, especially young people. YHA does this by providing brilliant hostel stays and experiences that improve physical health, mental wellbeing and life skills.

As a Seasonal Instructor, you will play a key role in making our guests’ experience memorable and contribute to YHA’s wider strategy, vision, values and mission of reaching out to young people.