Outdoor Instructor
with Mendip Activity Centre
The job description
Outdoor Instructor: a typical day
You'll work in a variety of outdoor environments with a wide range of groups. You'll work both independently and as part of a team to facilitate activity sessions. Each day, you could be training new instructors, working with schools, corporate, families, private groups, or individuals. The majority of our instructors work for us year-round, expanding their skills to gain winter qualifications.
This is more than just a job. You won't just be an instructor. You'll be a coach, a facilitator, a mentor, a guide, an inspiration. We're looking for enthusiastic people to inspire others through exciting adventures.
Who are we looking for?
what makes you the ideal candidate
We are looking to employ an outdoor instructor for the 2027 season. This is a seasonal contract with the potential to become full-time.
About You
Your attitude and personality is paramount to us. We’re looking for someone who has a positive outlook, professionalism, promptness and who works well under pressure. You’ll possess strong communication skills, and excellent presentation skills and enjoy a varied and challenging programme.
Required (at least two of the following qualifications):
- Rock Climbing Instructor
- Paddlesport Leader/Coach/Instructor
- Cave Leader (with Mendip caves)
- D1 Licence + CPC
- Ski/Snowboard qualifications such as BASI L1 / SSE L1 +
- ArcheryGB Leader
- National Smallbore Rifle Association YPS
- DofE Supervisor/Assessor
Other Desirable Skills:
- Knowledge of team development and initiative exercises
- Bushcraft experience
- Walking qualification
What can we offer you?
why choose Mendip Activity Centre for your next adventure job
Established in 1987, Mendip Activity Centre is a national activity, education and training provider setting the gold standard in adventure and training.
Our goal is to inspire everyone, everywhere, to make time for adventure. We do this by working with schools, families, individuals, groups and teams, and aim to inspire as many as possible.
We deliver high-quality and important outdoor education with professionalism and passion through the pillars of Adventure, Learning and Training.
Our values are simple:
Respect Risk: Go safely beyond the comfort zone
Respect Nature: Protect our playground
Respect Choice: Let everyone make their choice
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