Plas Menai has been inspiring people for over 35 years and is recognised as a centre of excellence in the development of outdoor professionals that go on to work all over the world.
Our unrivalled reputation, superb facilities, extensive resources and stunning location make Plas Menai the number one choice for those looking to break into the outdoor industry. Our programmes are designed to help you get the most out of your time with us and ensure you are equipped with the right skills and qualifications to gain work within the industry.
Our Centre is perfectly situated for the ultimate outdoor training coupled with an unrivalled diversity of training locations and conditions. We are situated on the banks of the Menai Strait, near Bangor on the North Wales coast. The Centre is only a short drive from the Snowdonia National Park and overlooks the Isle of Anglesey.
The job description
a typical day on this gap project
As a member of the Instructor Development Programme you will get the opportunity of participating in a number of centre based roles. These include assisting to run water and shore based activity programmes, centre front of house duties (reception), acting as evening and night duty officer, delivering a high level of customer service and assisting in the maintenance of the centres equipment.
Programme Hours – the programme is flexible and you will receive an allowance to cover the hours that you work. Initially the programme will run for 6 months with the possibility of it being extended for a further 6 months if you have demonstrated the correct attitude and gained the correct qualifications.
Who are we looking for?
what makes you the ideal candidate
Do you have a passion for working in the outdoors?
If the answer is yes and you hold at least one recognised National Governing Body Instructor qualification in the outdoor field, we have a great personal development opportunity for you.
Plas Menai is the Sport Wales National Outdoor Centre for Wales, training Outdoor Instructors for over 35 years. Many have gone on to work within the industry, both in the UK and further afield, and for some of the biggest UK National Governing Bodies for Sport.
What can we offer you?
why choose us for your gap year
Plas Menai is the Sport Wales National Outdoor Centre for Wales, training Outdoor Instructors for over 35 years. Many have gone on to work within the industry, both in the UK and further afield, and for some of the biggest UK National Governing Bodies for Sport.