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
a typical day on this gap project
You will be teaching a range of exhilarating activities including paddle sports, sailing, raft build, climbing, abseil, fencing, rifle shooting, high ropes, orienteering, archery, hill walk, survival skills, underground maze, obstacle courses, mountain biking and so many more!
You will be responsible for delivering these activity sessions safely whilst ensuring the activities are fun and educational.
Who are we looking for?
what makes you the ideal candidate
We welcome applications from those with or without experience. You can start your career with us or take your existing experience to the next level. All we need from you is energy, enthusiasm and a passion for working with children.
What can we offer you?
why choose us for your gap year
- National Governing Body (NGB) qualifications from English Fencing, Archery GB, NSRA, NUCO, BCU and RYA
- A comprehensive training and development programme - we don't only develop the abilities of children, we develop the skills and abilities of our Instructors as well
- An excellent salary package
- Extremely rewarding work
- Career development prospects - we develop good Instructors into Senior Instructors, Activity Managers and Heads of Centre.
- A fairly priced 'live in' package with good accommodation and food
- Good working conditions in a professional yet friendly team environment
We welcome applications from all nationalities but due to our strict Health and Safety procedures applicants must be able to speak English clearly and fluently and also have the rights to work in the UK and aged 18 or over.
Due to the nature of the business it is desirable that you live onsite.
All employment offers will be dependent on a satisfactory DBS check and satisfactory references.