Residential Activity Worker - A New Mission Full of Adventure
Centre's Locations based are in Staffordshire, Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Salary:
13.10 - 13.70 per hour 26,566.80 - 27,783.60 per year)
Additional Earnings:
9 sleep-ins per month (62.64 per sleep)
Hours:
Full-time, Permanent
Shift Pattern:
4 consecutive working days (including overnight stays) followed by 8 days off
Accommodation & Meals Provided
during working shifts
Requirements:
Age 21+, Full UK Driving Licence (due to rural location), Right to Work in the UK
Your Next Mission Starts Here
Have you served in the armed forces and ready to channel your discipline, resilience, and teamwork into a career that transforms lives?
At
Keys Group
, we believe the skills you've developed in the military--discipline, leadership, camaraderie, and adaptability--are exactly what our young people need. We're recruiting
Residential Activity Workers
for our stunning outdoor-based residential setting in
Staffordshire, Shrewsbury, Shropshire
where adventure meets purpose.
This unique role combines your passion for the outdoors with a powerful and meaningful mission: helping children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs to build resilience, trust, and confidence--often for the first time in their lives.
As part of
Keys' Activity and Intervention Services
, you'll play a vital role in delivering crisis intervention support through the use of outdoor activities as positive interrupters to negative cycles of behaviour. Each service operates a structured 90-day programme, with a standard staffing ratio of 2:1 to ensure focused, individualised support.
While each service is based in a registered children's home, young people spend the majority of their time in
temporary accommodation or camping
, especially during the summer months. You'll accompany them as an
activity instructor and care staff
, supporting them in a wide range of
adventurous outdoor experiences
. This approach provides a safe and structured environment away from daily distractions--allowing young people to engage, reflect, and grow.
As young people progress through the programme, support may transition to 1:1 where appropriate, and small group activities (2-3 participants) may be introduced following thorough risk assessments. Accommodation varies and includes
cottages, caravans, and tents
, typically located in
rural settings close to planned outdoor activities
.
This is more than just an outdoor job--it's a chance to
make a life-changing impact
on vulnerable young people while doing what you love most.
What You'll Do
Support and mentor young people in a therapeutic, outdoor-focused environment
Lead and participate in activities like
hiking
,
mountain biking
,
kayaking
,
bushcraft
, and
team-building challenges
Help create a structured, consistent, and caring home life during your 4-day shifts
Provide emotional and behavioural support in partnership with therapists and educators
Promote personal development, independence, and life skills
Build strong, respectful relationships that offer young people the stability they may have never known
Why This Role Suits Ex-Forces
? You thrive in a structured, active, and purpose-driven environment
? You're a natural leader and team player
? You're calm under pressure, adaptable, and emotionally resilient
? You understand the importance of discipline, trust, and mentorship
? You want a role that makes a
real-world difference
What We're Looking For
A genuine passion for helping vulnerable children and young people
An active interest in outdoor learning and adventure activities
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Flexibility and commitment to overnight stays (4 days on, 8 days off)
Age 21+, with a
Full UK Driving Licence
and the
right to work in the UK
Why Join Keys Group?
Full training and development from day one
Recognised qualifications in care and leadership
Opportunities for progression - many of our managers started where you are now
A close-knit, supportive team who've got your back
The chance to make a genuine impact - every single day
Generous Leave:
5.6 weeks annual leave
Paid DBS:
We cover your Enhanced DBS check and renewals
Career Growth:
Ongoing training & QCF qualifications to boost your future prospects
Supportive Team Environment
- passionate colleagues, professional growth, and wellbeing support
Pension:
Matched contributions up to 3% with our NEST scheme
Competitive Pay:
Real Living Wage employer with enhanced pay for qualifications and experience
Referral Bonus
: 250 for you and your friend when they join
Comprehensive Induction:
Paid onboarding to set you up for success
Turn Your Passion for Service into a Force for Good
?
Ready to apply?
If you're ready to build a career with purpose and bring your outdoor passion to a meaningful care role - we want to hear from you.
To apply or learn more, email:
lewis.windsor-gault@keys-group.co.uk
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