Ackers Adventure is a unique activity centre located just two miles from Birmingham city centre, we have a wide range of activities on centre including Snowsports, Watersports and various other land based activities.
While working at Ackers Adventure you will be supported by both your employer and Channel Training the Training Provider. You will be working towards your Level 3 Outdoor Activity Instructor qualification and will have the opportunity to obtain qualifications such as:
2 Day ITC Level 3 Award in Outdoor First Aid
Safeguarding training and certificate
Manual Handling (ITC Level 2 Award in safe moving and handling)
ITC Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the workplace
COSHH Training
Customer Care Training
Prevent Training
British Canoeing Foundation Safety and Rescue Training (FSRT)
British Canoeing Discover
British Canoeing Paddle sports instructor
Climbing Wall Assistant & Instructor Award Training
Snowsport England Level 1 Coach. (dependant on previous Skiing experience)
Archery GB Leader award.
Other awards dependent upon individual and employer aspirations
Day to Day Duties:
Observing and assisting with a variety of outdoor activities, leading to the authorisation to run these activities independently.
Assist with general centre tasks such as keeping the centre tidy, looking after equipment, tuck shop & site maintenance.
Assisting with customer care and giving them the best experience possible.
Working towards completing Apprenticeship work as well as a range of training and qualifications such as First Aid, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, National Governing Body awards (NGB's).
Skills and qualifications:
A minimum of Level 1 in English & Maths (equivalent of GCSE grade 3 or D) is essential.
Some experience in outdoor and adventurous activities.
Some experience of working with young people.
5 GCSEs A- C / 4-9 is desirable but not essential.
Future prospects:
Advanced Qualifications
Instructor Role
Links with other outdoor providers, centres and clubs.
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship