Outdoor Activity Instructor - Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Join us as an Outdoor Activity Instructor at Handcross Park School, making school holidays extraordinary for children aged 7 to 14. This seasonal role during summer holidays involves delivering engaging outdoor activities, ensuring safety, and supporting children's development.
Position Details
* Title: Ultimate Survival Instructor
* Reporting to: Ultimate Survival Camp Leader
* Contract: Seasonal work during summer holidays
* Hours: 8am – 6pm weekdays; additional 3 hours Thursday nights (6-9PM) for Campfire Cookout (overtime paid)
Responsibilities
* Deliver outdoor activities focusing on participation, fun, teamwork, and skill development
* Guide and support groups of children throughout week-long courses
* Ensure adherence to health, safety, safeguarding, and behaviour policies
* Attend training and induction sessions
* Act as a pastoral figure, promoting welfare and safety
* Engage with children during breaks and outside activity times
* Represent the company professionally, embodying its values
Essential Requirements
* Experience working with children, ideally in education
* Energetic, enthusiastic, and passionate about outdoor activities
* Strong organisational and leadership skills
* Excellent communication and group management skills
* Flexible team player adaptable to dynamic situations
Desirable Skills
* Outdoor education experience (bushcraft, etc.)
* Qualifications in adventurous activities (archery, mountaineering, etc.)
* Paediatric First Aid certification
Additional Benefits
* Paid pre-camp training
* CPD opportunities including First Aid and Food Safety
* Competitive pay and progression opportunities
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