Lots of activity centres are just about having fun. While this is an important part of learning, we like to make the most of the educational and personal benefits of outdoor pursuits by maximising the experience for every child who stays with us.
We invest our profits back into the training of our instructors, and into the equipment and facilities at each of our six centres.
The job description
Head of Centre: a typical day
You will lead a diverse team, ensure the highest standards of safety and customer experience, and play a key role in shaping unforgettable residential experiences for our visiting groups.
This is a hands-on leadership role that combines people management, operational oversight and a genuine passion for outdoor education.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strong, visible leadership to all centre staff, fostering a positive, inclusive and high-performing team culture
- Ensure the safe, effective and compliant operation of the centre at all times
- Oversee the delivery of high-quality outdoor education and residential programmes
- Manage centre budgets, resources and financial performance
- Maintain excellent relationships with schools, group leaders and stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with all relevant health & safety, safeguarding and regulatory requirements
- Drive continuous improvement in standards, systems and guest experience
Who are we looking for?
what makes you the ideal candidate
You will be an experienced leader with a proven ability to manage people and operations in a residential, educational or hospitality environment. You'll be confident, organised and resilient, with a genuine commitment to young people's learning and wellbeing.
You will ideally have:
- Leadership or management experience in an outdoor centre, residential setting or similar environment
- Strong people-management and communication skills
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
- A sound understanding of health & safety and safeguarding responsibilities
- A flexible, practical approach and willingness to be part of a residential community
What can we offer you?
why choose Manor Adventure for your next adventure job
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to lead a well-established outdoor learning centre
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- On-site accommodation (where applicable)
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
- The chance to make a real difference to the lives of young people through outdoor education
- Company pension
- Free On-site parking
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