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Senior Activity Instructor
Application Deadline: 30 August 2025
Department: Activities
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Upminster
Compensation: GBP 12.22 - GBP 12.90 / hour
Description
Are you looking to build your career in the outdoors, why not join One of the South East's Leading Outdoor Centres!Charity-run | High Reputation | All-Year-Round Activity | Diverse Client Base
We're one of the largest and most respected outdoor centres in the South East, with a strong charitable ethos and a reputation for excellence. Open year-round, we deliver high-quality outdoor experiences to a wide range of clients - from schools and youth groups to corporate teams and community organisations.
We're looking for enthusiastic, committed individuals to join our team and help us continue inspiring confidence, teamwork, and adventure in people of all ages and backgrounds.
What We Offer:
* A busy, varied role with plenty opportunities for personal development through experience and qualifications.
* Work with a passionate and experienced team.
* Engage with a wide variety of clients.
* Be part of a trusted, charity-run organisation with real purpose.
The starting salary for this role will be GBP 28,595 per year. This may be up for discussion depending on experience and qualifications.
Key Responsibilities
We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic, and driven Senior Instructors to join the team at Stubbers Adventure Centre with a focus on the following key areas:
Session Delivery
* Lead and deliver high-quality outdoor adventure activities in line with Stubbers' standards and operating procedures.
* Act as a role model for junior instructors in professionalism, communication, and instruction style.
* Inspire and support young people and adults through engaging experiences.
Training & Development
* Assist in the induction and ongoing training of instructors .
* Mentor junior staff and inspire and support their development.
* Provide feedback, coaching, and support to junior staff on session delivery and professionalism.
* Support training sessions and workshops.
* Assist the Head of Department and Chief Instructor with ongoing staff development, including training and observational support.
* Contribute to a fun, safe, and inclusive environment
Quality & Standards
* Conduct peer observations and session assessments to support continuous improvement.
* Uphold and enforce safety procedures, safeguarding protocols, and risk assessments.
* Report any incidents or concerns in accordance with centre policies.
Leadership & Team Support
* Act as a point of contact for the instructing team during daily operations.
* Support the coordination of daily briefings and session logistics.
* Assist with supervision of junior instructors during shifts.
Take on Duty Manager responsibilities on a rotating basis,
* overseeing daily operations and ensuring smooth delivery across all departments.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
* Proven experience in delivering outdoor adventure activities.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Confidence in leading groups of all ages and abilities.
* A proactive and professional attitude.
* Understanding of health and safety practices in an outdoor setting.
* First Aid, power boat level 2 and in-house ropes experience.
Desirable
* Paddle sport instructor or above, PWPC license and ERCA qualifications.
* Previous experience mentoring or training staff.
* Knowledge of safeguarding and incident reporting procedures.
* Driving licence.
Benefits
* Opportunities for further training and qualifications
* A supportive, fun, and passionate team environment
* Access to centre activities during off-duty hours
* Opportunities for progression into lead or management roles
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