Job Description

Activity Instructor positions for 2021 (March - October)

Join the fun in The Forest. We are signing up outdoor instructors for the 2021 season.

We are looking for both part-time and full-time activity instructors, starting in March/April until October 2021. You’ll work alongside our senior staff, apprentices and office team to deliver outstanding activities to our customers. We are based in Beaulieu in the heart of the New Forest National Park.

Unfortunately we are not in a position to provide accommodation for this position.

All our staff benefit from:

• Supportive colleagues with years of experience in the industry, all working in a small business

• Having a clear progression and training plan to help to grow their potential

• Working in beautiful and exclusive environments, which provide a real sense of being close to nature

• Access to some of our equipment and venues for training and fun, with friends and family discounts, so others can join the fun.

If you’re great with people, hold some industry qualifications and wish to work in The New Forest, check out the two options of work below:

• Full Time – 6-month contract to start in April 2021 (40 hrs per week). (Middle of March start may be required for training).

• Part-Time – Weekend & Summer work

. Top up your working week with 1 or 2 days a week working in the great outdoors. Ideal for those studying or working elsewhere during the week.

What you’ll need:

We are looking for motivated and honest people to join our team. You’ll deliver a range of outdoor activities around The New Forest. Successful candidates will have some of the following:

• First Aid Award

• Paddlesports Instructor (Level 1 BC Coach)

• Bushcraft Experience

• BC Personal Performance Award (British Canoe 3* Canoe or Kayak (PPA Canoe or Kayak))

• British Canoe Coach (Level 2 Coach)

• ERCA High Ropes Certification

• ERCA Low Ropes Certification

• Archery Coach

• Cycling Guide & Bike Maintenance

• Experience working with groups in the outdoors

Approx 80% of the Instructor position will be customer-facing; customer service, group management and dealing with clients. 20% of your time you’ll be sorting out equipment, sites and resources for our customers.

How do I get involved?

If you think you're right for either the part-time work or you’d like to apply for a Summer contract, contact Steve on the email below. We will check references and organise an informal interview either in person or over the phone. You’ll need to complete our in house training to top up any awards you may have. Depending on the value you offer when you start, this period is negotiable in terms of both duration and remuneration.

We pay the National Living Wage for activity leaders. Currently, this is £8.72 per hour + statutory holiday entitlements. You’ll be required to work weekends as standard.

About us

We provide activities for a wide range of customers from families to businesses. The company has been going for over 15 years and we have a great reputation, with many customers returning year on year. The New Forest is a busy National Park and our activities take in this stunning environment to deliver outstanding experiences.

We are also looking for part time activity assistants. Perfect for weekend work for those 16-18 looking to develop their experience, ability and gain some qualifications. In this role, you’ll assist the lead instructors to help deal with the volume of customers we get during busy periods of the year.

How do I apply?

If you would like to put yourself forward for an interview or if you have any questions, please contact Steve by email 

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