Contract Type: Fixed term, temporary until 19 December 2027
Location: Sayers Croft Field Centre, Cranleigh Road, Ewhurst, Cranleigh, GU6 7SS
Hours per week: 36
Salary: £14,172.48 per annum for the first 12 months, increasing to the national minimum wage (depending on age bracket) including London weighting.
Vetting requirement: Enhanced DBS Check
Closing date: 7 June 2026
Interview date: 15 June 2026
Accommodation: Free accommodation in a shared flat with a private room, no bills, and the vast majority of food supplied.
The Role
Assistant (Apprentice) Outdoor Instructor – run outdoor activity sessions for groups visiting the centre and work towards an Outdoor Activity Instructor level 3 apprenticeship. Assist the grounds person with conservation and grounds management tasks, undertake risk assessments to ensure the safety and security of people on-site, and attend training events, workshops and tutorials. The role is live‑in with an evening working rota and requires comfort working in all weather conditions.
You should be comfortable working with heights and in confined spaces, be a confident swimmer, and be able to deliver STA pool responder training.
We value a genuine passion for education and the great outdoors, a strong team player, and a motivating, enthusiastic approach to all tasks.
What We Offer
* Free accommodation
* Guided apprenticeship to Outdoor Activity Instructor level 3
* Access to training events, workshops, tutorials
* Chance to work with young people, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early without warning subject to the volume of suitable applicants.
Westminster City Council is committed to supporting Care Leavers into the workplace. Care Leavers seeking their first job and who wish to be considered under our scheme will automatically be invited to interview if they meet the essential criteria of the role.
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We encourage and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, has a sense of belonging and is empowered to be their best.
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