Job Description

North Wales - Mainly Anglesey & Gwynedd

32.5 hours/week (Monday-Friday, 9:00am-3:30pm)

Salary: 22,500 - 27,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Start date: 1st September 2025

Character Education & Life Skills (CELS) is an award winning, Anglesey-based organisation that champions resilience, confidence, and strong character as essential to education, wellbeing, and the future success of young people.

An exciting opportunity has become available to join our team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about working in education and keen to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people across North Wales.

As an instructor, you will deliver weekly sessions independently in schools across Anglesey, Gwynedd, and into Conwy. You will follow a researched, tried-and-tested programme developed by our team and run throughout the academic year. You will also be responsible for organising and delivering community-based sessions and developing links with local clubs, agencies, and organisations.

Delivery & Facilitation

Deliver character education sessions to classes of up to 30 pupils Adapt sessions to suit the needs and interests of pupils Break down tasks and demonstrate activities clearly Encourage development of skills, knowledge, and confidence Ensure high standards of health and safety
Pupil Development & Safeguarding

Provide relevant character-based feedback tied to real-life examples Evaluate and monitor pupil performance and development Inspire confidence, resilience, and self-belief Follow legal and ethical standards, including child safeguarding
Reporting & Communication

Communicate clearly and effectively with pupils and staff Maintain strong relationships with schools and stakeholders Generate daily reports for headteachers Promote our work in person and online Manage data accurately, including surveys and reporting
Professional Standards

Work independently and collaboratively to deliver high-quality sessions Use IT systems to monitor progress and engagement Represent CELS professionally in all settings
Essential Skills & Attributes

Ability to build strong relationships with diverse groups Confidence in leading full classes (primarily Years 3-6) Flexibility to work with foundation phase and secondary pupils when needed Passion to support the growth of others Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong teamworking, time management, and organisational skills Enthusiastic, patient, and adaptable Motivated and proactive with attention to detail Strong interest in ongoing professional development Commitment to equality, inclusion, and wellbeing
Essential Requirements

Degree or equivalent Fluent Welsh speaker - able to teach and write in Welsh Proven experience in an educational setting Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher Confident using social media professionally Enjoys working outdoors in all seasons Full UK driving licence and access to own transport Able to obtain an enhanced DBS certificate
Desirable Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Bushcraft, mentoring, coaching, or safeguarding qualifications First Aid trained Forest School Leader Trauma-informed training Outdoor education qualifications (e.g. NICAS, Hill & Moorland Leader, Mountain Leader)
What We Offer

CELS offers a rewarding role with strong school partnerships across Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, and the wider North Wales region. We promote a relaxed and flexible approach to working during school terms. Making a positive impact on young people's lives is at the heart of everything we do.

Benefits include:

35 days holiday (outside of term time) plus 8 bank holidays Professional training (Levels 2-5 in various subjects) Paid Christmas bonus Paid Termly commitment bonus (if all sessions are completed that term) Annual profit share (performance-based) Paid travel contributions Full branded uniform Company laptop and phone Pension scheme Flexible hours outside of school sessions Varied work environments - no two days the same!
This is a one-year contract starting in September 2025, with a view to becoming permanent based on school retention and performance. Term-time only or part-time contracts can be discussed - please state your preference in your application.

For more information on the role or to arrange an informal conversation, please contact Dylan on the email below.

Please send your CV and a covering letter (maximum 1 A4 page) to:

dylanjones@celscymru.com
Use subject line: Job Application - Health & Wellbeing Instructor

Deadline for applications: 12pm, Friday 27th June

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: 22,500.00-27,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Working in a school: 2 years (preferred)
Language:

Welsh fluently (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 28/06/2025
Reference ID: Schools Instructor
Expected start date: 01/09/2025