Seasonal Instructor

Somerset Council; West of England; On-site; GBP 24,796 - 25,185; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Staff discounts at gyms

Flexible working arrangements

Training opportunities

Onsite accommodation options

Job summary

A local council in Somerset is seeking instructors for outdoor learning and adventurous activities aimed at young people. Responsibilities include delivering activities, managing equipment, and ensuring safety. Candidates must have at least a year of experience in outdoor settings with young people and relevant certifications. The role offers competitive salary, generous annual leave, and opportunities for professional development, along with a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year working in the outdoors with young people.
• Experience of onsite activities such as low ropes.
• A first aid certificate is essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality outdoor learning and activities.
• Develop onsite and offsite session plans.
• Manage all activity equipment and conduct safety inspections.

Skills

Outdoor activities experience

Excellent communication

Teamwork

First aid certification

Education

National Governing Body awards in relevant activities

Job description

Overview

Contract commencing 2 February 2026 and finishing on 27 November 2026 (43 weeks). 37 hours per week (total contract 1591 hours). Including regular evening, overnight and weekend work. Annual Leave for this grade: 25 days or, with more than 5 years continuous service, 28 days. Please note, the amount stated will be pro rata for part-time and fixed term contract posts. The annual leave year starts on 1 April or 1st of the month in which the contract commences.

Vacancies

• We have vacancies for the 2026 season: 7 Instructors at Kilve Court, 2 at Charterhouse and 1 at Great Wood.
• Kilve Court is superbly located at the base of the Quantock Hills in a stunning area of outstanding natural beauty with Kilve beach nearby.
• Charterhouse has a warm and welcoming feeling. Located on the Mendip hills it is ideally situated for accessing the local crags and caves.
• Great Wood is a hidden gem in the Quantock woodland.
• SSE Outdoors are driven by a passion for residential outdoor learning where life lessons are learnt and memories will be cherished.
• Regretfully, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. We are only able to proceed with candidates who already have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

What will I be doing?

• The role will include delivering high quality outdoor learning and adventurous activities to the young people of Somerset and beyond.
• Helping to develop both onsite and offsite sessions.
• Working as part of a team to ensure a quality residential stay for all groups.
• Giving the young people of Somerset a chance to engage with adventurous activities.
• Managing all activity equipment and completing safety inspections.
• Commitment to following all safeguarding and risk management systems.
• SSE Outdoors deliver from four centres in Somerset located on the Quantock and Mendip hills.
• We enable young people to discover what they can do – not what they can’t. Every child is encouraged to imagine, discover and achieve, and our instructors are the people who make this happen.
• We offer a comprehensive CPD support package and funding is available for training courses.

Experience and qualifications

• At least one year working in the outdoors with young people.
• In-house experience of onsite activities (such as low ropes) and/or 2 National Governing Body awards in Archery, Hill Walking, Caving, Climbing, Paddlesport, Mountain biking and Rifle Shooting.
• A first aid certificate is essential for the role; mandatory training will be arranged if necessary.
• Instructors can access qualifications in mountain biking, paddle sports, outdoor first aid and target sports funded by SSE Outdoors, plus the opportunity for D1 training.

Benefits and culture

• We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, with management that values development.
• Great training and development opportunities and a range of employee benefits.
• Flexible working arrangements where possible and a healthy work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Staff discounts in gyms and access to employee wellbeing services.
• Auto-enrolment onto a Pension Scheme with optional enhancements through AVC.
• Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice for cycling and health screenings.
• Discounts through My Staff Shop across various products and services.
• Onsite accommodation can be considered at a reduced fee.

Salary and other information

Salary for the role is Grade 15 ranging from £24,796 – £25,185 per annum. The DBS background check is required for this role.

How to apply

If you have everything you need, please apply. For an informal chat about the role, you can contact the relevant manager.