The biggest employers in this industry, in terms of number of staff, are the multi activity centres. The main companies between them require thousands of enthusiastic individuals each year to work as seasonal outdoor instructors on a range of activities, such as canoeing, climbing, archery, and high ropes. Some centres may be looking for staff who already hold one or more National Governing Body awards (NGBs), others are quite happy to take on school leavers or people who have no previous experience of the outdoor industry. The great thing about working for a multi activity centre is you get to experience so many different outdoor pursuits, and from there you can see which you like best and further your qualifications in that area. At first glance the job market should be a very competitive, and in some ways it is, but remember that a significant percentage of applicants will use it as a stop gap between college and university, so if you are serious about building an outdoor adventure career, just work hard and try to get noticed.
UK
£20,500 per annum pro-rata
We are recruiting for instructors with and without previous experience, to work at our UK activity centres Lockerbie Manor, Abernant Lake Hotel, Norfolk Lakes and Culmington Manor, where you will be teaching outdoor pursuits to school groups.
Posted by: Manor Adventure
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Ireland PayScale based on NGB qualifications
Delphi Adventure Team now recruiting for 2024! Ready to take your outdoor instruction skills to Ireland's stunning west coast? Join our dynamic team, taking clients through thrilling activities amidst breath-taking landscapes, and make unforgettable new memories in an adventure setting like no other
Posted by: Delphi Resort
United Kingdom £19,698 to £20,092
Buzz Active are recruiting for a Senior Windsurf instructor to support the Operations manager for the 2024 season, we are looking for staff available to start from mid-March. Buzz Active is a part of the East Sussex County Council’s learning outside the classroom portfolio with three outdoor centr
Posted by: East Sussex County Council
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France 1667 € per month
Manor Adventure are currently recruiting for Animators for our French centre - Chateau Du Broutel located on the outskirts of the small town Rue, Northern France.
Posted by: Manor Adventure
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United Kingdom From £11.66/hour, depending on role
Wire and Sky is partnering with the Welsh Rugby Union to bring a new rooftop climb and zip wire attraction to the Principality Stadium. We are looking for an adventurous and enthusiastic team to help launch and deliver this attraction in early 2024 - come and join us!
Posted by: Wire & Sky
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UK Training course
UKSA's 13-week Watersports Instructor training course will give you all the qualifications needed to work as a Watersports Instructor. Qualify to teach dinghy sailing, windsurfing, and wingsurfing, gain your multihull endorsement, and train on paddleboards and paddlesports crafts.
Posted by: UKSA
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United Kingdom Training Course
UKSA's fully-funded Adventurous Outdoor Activities NCFE (Level 3 Diploma) is an ideal alternative to school or 6th form college for 16-18 year-olds who have a passion for watersports and outdoor education.
Posted by: UKSA
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United Kingdom Training Course
UKSA's two-year, fully-funded Maritime Foundation NCFE (level 3 introductory certificate) is an ideal alternative to school or 6th form college for 16-18 year-olds who have a passion for the outdoors and are dreaming of a maritime career.
Posted by: UKSA
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UK £30,000 - £37,000 (based on experience)
We are currently looking to recruit a Head of Centre to manage our school outdoor pursuits centre in Lockerbie, Scotland. This is a Challenging and rewarding position for the right person and offers a fantastic career prospects within Manor Adventure.
Posted by: Manor Adventure
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United Kingdom 23,114 - £24,293 pro rata
Buzz Active are recruiting for an Activity Instructor for the 2024 season, we are looking for staff available to start from mid-March to the end of October. Buzz Active is a part of the East Sussex County Council’s learning outside the classroom portfolio with three outdoor centres in Sussex.
Posted by: East Sussex County Council
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UK £200 per week. An invoice must be submitted and you are responsible for any taxes.
We are looking for a Team Leader and mentor for objective based outdoor adventures, guiding children through activities and interacting with them to help build their character, confidence and a sense of derring-do.
Posted by: The Great Escape
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Have you ever wanted to work on a Superyacht? Our course would be an ideal way to start your career. Gain the skills and qualifications demanded of crew in deckhand roles. Our price includes all food and accommodation, and given the potential pay packets in the industry, you will soon cover the cost
Posted by: UKSA
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UK £20,500 per annum pro-rata
We are recruiting for instructors with and without previous experience, to work at our UK activity centres Lockerbie Manor, Abernant Lake Hotel, Norfolk Lakes and Culmington Manor, where you will be teaching outdoor pursuits to school groups.
Posted by: Manor Adventure
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UK Training Course
UKSA’s all-inclusive Yachtmaster training has frequent start dates so you can train when it suits you. Unique to UKSA are the excellent personal development opportunities on offer, which make you more employable. Fast and effective route into the maritime industry. Includes food/accommodation.
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UK Training Course
This three-week hospitality course is designed to provide aspiring yacht stewards/stewardesses with the skills to deliver exceptional standards of service onboard luxury superyachts. Ideal entry route for beginners, taking the right candidates towards a lucrative and exciting career.
Posted by: UKSA
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UK training course
UKSA’s Superyacht Cadetship is a structured programme designed to train the future officers of the superyacht industry. The cadetship combines the most relevant training and phases of paid employment – a great way to earn while you learn.
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United Kingdom £10.10 per hour
As our Environmental Adventure Leader, you will teach environmental topics to students at Key Stages 2 and 3, at the GCSE and AS/A2 levels, as well as conduct our heart-pounding activities like archery, climbing, and water sports!
Posted by: Kingswood
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UK & USA £1950 fixed payment for the 3 week session, plus accommodation and all meals.
As the Outdoor Leadership Teacher you will develop and lead this unique 3- week course, which aims to help our students develop and build on essential life skills like communication, decision-making, teamwork and confidence while taking part in a variety of team building and leadership activities.
Posted by: ISSOS International
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United Kingdom £10.10 per hour
An adventure to remember, a taste of independence, a rush of adrenaline, a breath of fresh air, a sense of achievement and making memories that last a lifetime. That’s what we’re here for. We are raising the bar to provide the very best outdoor learning experiences.
Posted by: Kingswood
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United Kingdom £9.75 - £10.10 per hour
#CreateTheExperience with Kingswood
Forget the normal 9-5, escape the ordinary and join the Kingswood adventure in 2023.
Posted by: Kingswood
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United Kingdom £10,004.80 per year + £500 sign on bonus
Whether you are looking for a fast-track teaching route in the outdoor sector or looking for a fun gap year while you search for your next move in life. We have you covered with fun, sociable and fulfilling experiences through our L3 Apprenticeship Program.
Course duration: 14 months
Posted by: Kingswood
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Ireland PayScale based on NGB qualifications
Delphi Adventure Team now recruiting for 2024! Ready to take your outdoor instruction skills to Ireland's stunning west coast? Join our dynamic team, taking clients through thrilling activities amidst breath-taking landscapes, and make unforgettable new memories in an adventure setting like no other
Posted by: Delphi Resort
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United Kingdom Paid position, salary dependent on qualifications and experience.
We are looking for a sail sports instructor to come and work at our fun and friendly lake to help deliver our adult and junior courses and assist with our regular club sessions. This is a seasonal position with the opportunity for an extended season or permanent position for suitable candidates.
Posted by: Bray Lake Watersports
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United Kingdom £10,004.80
Outdoor Activity Instructor L3 Apprenticeship
Start Date: 3rd April 2023
Love the outdoors? Why not become an expert in outdoor adventure and join our L3 Activity Leader apprenticeship?
Posted by: Kingswood
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United Kingdom £24,000 - £25,350
We are looking for an experienced instructor with a high level of experience and advanced paddle sport qualifications who is keen to use those qualifications and develop them further.
Posted by: Mendip Activity Centre
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United Kingdom £9.75 - £10.10 ph
Lead and deliver adrenaline-pumping activities such as:
Climbing, Caving, Kayaking, Bushcraft, Canoeing, Abseiling, Zip wires Raft Building, Hill Walking, Orienteering and Paddleboarding!
Posted by: Kingswood
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United Kingdom £9.75 - £10.10 per hour
Seasonal Activity Leader
#CreateTheExperience with Kingswood
Forget the normal 9-5, escape the ordinary and join the Kingswood adventure in 2023.
Posted by: Kingswood
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UK Training course
The Sea.Change Foundation is a fun-filled and inspirational programme that provides 14-17 year olds with the opportunity to learn about training and careers opportunities in the maritime industry. The programme runs over 5 days during the school holidays.
Posted by: UKSA
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United Kingdom £10.50 per hour
We are looking for Outdoor Activity Leaders to work as part of a team delivering a fantastic guest journey at our Hatfield Outdoor Activity Centre. We invest year on year into our AALA accredited facilities. Excellent rates of pay.
Posted by: Doncaster Culture and Leisure Trust
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UK Upon Application
We are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and committed instructors qualified in at least dinghy sailing
Working from April - October season
Teaching RYA and BC courses and taster sessions to adults and children.
Experienced or newly qualfied candidates welcome - training provided
Posted by: Aqua Sports
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United Kingdom £9.75 - £10.10 ph
Lead and deliver adrenaline-pumping activities such as:
Climbing, Caving, Kayaking, Bushcraft, Canoeing, Abseiling, Zip wires Raft Building, Hill Walking, Orienteering and Paddleboarding!
Posted by: Kingswood
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United Kingdom £10,004.80
Whether you are looking for a fast-track teaching route in the outdoor sector or looking for a fun gap year while you search for your next move in life. We have you covered with fun, sociable and fulfilling experiences through our L3 Apprenticeship Program.
Course duration: 14 months
Posted by: Kingswood
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United Kingdom Salary band £35 to 40k per annum.
We are looking for a new Head of Centre to see the Centre through its next phase of development and manage all aspects of the effective delivery of high quality programmes of outdoor learning. Working in close collaboration with the Board of Trustees, the right candidate will contribute to the Trust
Posted by: Cobnor Activities Centre Trust
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England £15k - £20k dependant on experience / age and qualifications.
As an Instructor you will deliver exciting and fun activity sessions to our guests, who range from Schools, Scouts and Guides and some adult groups.
Posted by: Blackwell Adventure
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United Kingdom £108.80 - £126.69 per day (inclusive of holiday pay, based on an 9.5 hour day). Pay is calculated based on age, experience, and qualifications
The Ultimate Survival Leaders are responsible for the successful delivery of our Outdoor Education programme, Ultimate Survival. Delivering a variety of bushcraft and outdoor activities, they lead from the front and managing a team of Ultimate Survival Instructors.
Posted by: Ultimate Survival
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United Kingdom Paid position - salary dependant on qualifications and experience
Are you a newly qualified instructor looking to gain experience at a friendly and fun water sports centre or looking to use your water sport quals? We are looking for instructors to run our adult and junior courses for the 2023 season. Seasonal position with the potential for season extentsions.
Posted by: Bray Lake Watersports
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United Kingdom Paid Position
Bray Lake Watersports is looking to recruit a hire assistant for the upcoming 2023 summer season.
Your main role will be to greet and serve our hire customers, providing them with the necessary information to enable them to have a fantastic experience at the lake.
Posted by: Bray Lake Watersports
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UK Depending upon qualifications
Based in Exmouth just near the beach. We have two centres, the first is on the sandy beach at Orcombe and the second is in the tidal estuary which has flat water and is shallow. We deliver to residential camps, school beach days, school courses, our junior clubs, family packages and adult courses.
Posted by: Exmouth Watersports
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UK From £23,000 and upwards per annum, pro rata (depending upon qualifications and experience)
Adventure Beyond is recruiting qualified paddlesport and outdoor activities instructors for the 2023 season. We are based primarily on the West coast of Wales utilising the varied and beautiful, wildlife-rich and Instagram-worthy Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire & Ceredigion areas.
Posted by: Adventure Beyond
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United Kingdom £935 per month plus extra for every session you lead once qualified
Mendip’s Outdoor Instructor Apprenticeship has been running for over 25 years and is a great step into a career in the outdoor industry. With no experience required to apply, this apprenticeship is highly sought after.
Posted by: Mendip Activity Centre
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Ryde, ISLE OF WIGHT, United Kingdom up to £10.90 per hour for entry level roles
- Excellent rates of pay of up to £10.90 per hour for entry level roles
- Working 42 hours per week over 5 days
- An accommodation & meal package available (optional) at a generous rate. With all bills and utilities covered and three nutritional meals every day
Posted by: PGL
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Northallerton, NORTH YORKSHIRE, United Kingdom £10.90 per hour for entry level roles
SPLASH INTO YOUR 2023 ADVENTURE
- Excellent rates of pay of up to £10.90 per hour for entry level roles
- Working 42 hours per week over 5 days
- An accommodation & meal package available (optional) at a generous rate. With all bills and utilities covered and three nutritional meals every
Posted by: PGL
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United Kingdom £24,000 - £25,350
We are looking for an experienced instructor with a high level of experience and advanced paddlesport qualifications who is keen to use those qualifications and develop them further.
A primary role will involve taking a lead role in training our aspirant instructors across our Level 3 Outdoor Appre
Posted by: Mendip Activity Centre
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United Kingdom £89.39 - £114.28 per day (inclusive of Holiday Pay, based on an 9.5 hour day). Pay is calculated based on age, experience and qualifications.. Plus additional pay for overnight camp out
The role of an Ultimate Survival Instructor is to use supporting resources to deliver quality, structured
outdoor activities and workshops to groups of children aged 7 to 14.
You will be expected to guide groups of children through week-long, timetabled courses with an
emphasis on fun, exciteme
Posted by: Ultimate Survival
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United Kingdom £16,500 - annualised hours equivalent to 30 hours per week
As Activity Centre Manager you will look after the day to day running of Deer Park residential and activity centre, ensuring efficient and effective management of the 30 acre site ( with 2 residential buildings and 6 campsites) and providing a warm welcome to incoming guests.
Posted by: Girlguiding Gloucestershire
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United Kingdom training
This five-week enhanced hospitality course is designed for aspiring yacht stewards/stewardesses looking to enter the maritime industry with a much higher level of expertise and qualifications for service onboard luxury superyachts.
Posted by: UKSA
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UK Salary: £22500 to £24500 per annum pro rata
Seasonal Instructors required for a fun filled season on the South Coast!
Posted by: Portland Outdoor Centre
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United Kingdom £9.75-£10.10 per hour
Seasonal Activity Leader
#CreateTheExperience with Kingswood
Forget the normal 9-5, escape the ordinary and join the Kingswood adventure in 2023.
Posted by: Kingswood
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Osmington, WEYMOUTH, DORSET, United Kingdom Up to £10.90 per hour for entry level roles
- Excellent rates of pay of up to £10.90 per hour for entry level roles
- Working 42 hours per week over 5 days
- An accommodation & meal package available (optional) at a generous rate. With all bills and utilities covered and three nutritional meals every day
Posted by: PGL
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Finland & Sweden Competitive Salary
As an Outdoor Instructor, you will deliver a range of fun, memorable and tailored adventurous activities, experiences and adventure holidays aimed at families, individuals and groups. Such as snowmobile tours, ice fishing, snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
Posted by: Davvi Arctic
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The main skills of interest to a multi activity centre will vary from company to company, but the main NGB activity instructor qualifications that we see most frequently on the skill requirements section of the job description are as follows: UKCC/BCU Level 1 or Level 2. This is the main paddlesport award from the British Canoe Union. It enables you to instruct beginners and give taster sessions in a range of paddlesport activities. Level 1 is often enough if you are working under the supervision of a more experienced instructor as is often the case at the larger centres. GNAS or the Grand National Archery Society's archery leader award allows you to deliver archery sessions for beginners. The BEL or Basic Expedition Leadership demonstrates you have group management skills, while the SPA Single Pitch Climbing Award is more of a skills course but shows you have the ability to supervise other people on rock. And if you are working at a multi-activity centre near the coast or who offer lake based activites, then the RYA Dinghy Instructor and Powerboat qualifications are also sought after.
The popularity of multi-activity centres in the UK shows how much we embrace the outdoors as a nation. A quick google maps search for activity centres UK plots more little red dots than we can count, with school groups, company away days, family activity holidays and individuals making use of fantastic sporting facilities from the southern tip of England to the northern most reaches of the Scottish Highlands. Every last one of these centres requires anywhere from a handful to a small regiment of multi-activity instructors; qualified to keep clients safe and ensure that they have an exciting and rewarding experience. The opportunities to get involved in outdoor adventure education have never been so good!
