Job Description

Seasonal Outdoor Instructor Job from February 2026

We are looking for outstanding, enthusiastic, energetic and inspiring Instructors to join our team in February 2026.

We want you to have a great experience with us and develop in your role with regular training opportunities and support in gaining NGB awards.

Seasonal full time starts for 18 - 19 years olds at 19,760.

For 20 years and upwards it is 24,127 per annum pro-rata in line with National Minimum Wage.

We offer an

Incentive scheme

that will pay you 55 for each of the following qualifications:

BCU Paddlesport Instructor PSI
Archery GB /GNAS
Bushcraft -L1 L2
Ropes: RCI, SPA
Hillwalking: ML Summer/Lowland
NRSA

For example, if you hold two of these qualifications, you would be paid 110 each month till the end of the season.

The

Retention scheme

: for people who are contracted from February - November (only applicable after a completed probation period)
78 per month to be paid with the last pay slip in November which is taxable.

You can potentially earn an extra:

110 (2 quals) + 78 (retention) per month on top of your monthly wage.

Subsidised board and lodgings

Essential

:

A current first aid certificate (min 8 hrs) Some previous experience of instructing, teaching or coaching Positive attitude

Desirable

:

BCU Paddlesport Instructor PSI High Ropes experience or qualifications, Archery GB, Bushcraft L1/L2, Lifeguard, Valid driving license
Contracts from: February - November
April - August/October

Activity Instructor

Reports to

: Head of Operations

Pay

: 19,760 to 24,127 per annum pro rata (in line with National Minimum

Wage)

An Incentive Scheme of a 55 payment per month for each of the following

qualifications

- BCU Paddlesport Instructor or UKCC/BCU Level 1

- Ropes qualifications - e.g. RCI (SPA), CWI, ERCA

- Hillwalking - e.g. Lowland Leader, WGL, ML

- Bushcraft - L1/L2

- Archery GB/GNAS

A Retention Scheme payable at the end of your contract (Jan - Nov) - 78 per

month, this will start once your probation period has been completed.

Hours:

?38 hours per week (averaged over the season)

Holiday

: 28 days pro rata

Contract

:?Temporary contracts with 3-month probation period.

Level of disclosure check

: Enhanced

Main purpose of the role:

To deliver safe, progressive and fun activities to a range of customers. To

assist the Senior Instructors and Head of Operations in day-to-day

maintenance of activity equipment.

Key Tasks:

Instructing

1. Deliver high quality, engaging activity sessions in accordance with the

Operational Handbook.

2. Consider the learning outcomes of each group when delivering

activity sessions and tailor reviews to those needs.

3. Instruct a wide variety of groups from young children to adults,

subject to experience and training.

4. Participate in staff training and potentially assist in or deliver training

under the guidance of the Senior Instructors/Head of Operations.

Health and Safety

1. Deliver activities in line with Mill on the Brue health and safety and

Technical Advisor guidelines.

2. Be familiar with all activity and site risk assessments and work within

them.

3. Complete activity maintenance checks and report back using the

relevant systems and liaise with the Senior Instructors and/or Head of

Operations regarding faults with the equipment/site.

4. Adhere to safeguarding best practice.

5. Ensure the completion of reports and evidence gathering of incidents,

accidents and near misses.

Miscellaneous

1. Attend morning and evening meeting.

2. Assist in the mentoring of Group Leaders if required.

3. Assist in the preparation of the site for groups and other events.

This list of tasks is not exhaustive and will be reviewed from time to time in

discussion with the post holder.

Mill on the Brue is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of

children and young adults and expects staff and volunteers to share that

commitment. An enhanced disclosure check will be sought in relation to the

successful applicant for this post.

Person Specification

Essential

Valid First Aid certificate (minimum 8 hours Recent experience in delivering adventure, learning and environmental
activities to young people.

Proven ability to set goals and review sessions effectively. Ability to build positive working relationships. Ability to work flexible shift patterns including evenings and
occasional weekends.

Positive attitude and willingness to increase professional knowledge
and qualifications.

Desirable

BCU Paddlesport Instructor or UKCC/BCU Level 1 Ropes qualifications - e.g. RCI (SPA), CWI, ERCA Hillwalking - e.g. Lowland Leader, WGL, ML Bushcraft - L1/L2 Archery GB/GNAS Lifeguard Valid Driving Licence
Able to bring in new ideas and ways of working

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 10 months

Pay: 19,760.00-24,127.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bruton BA10 0BA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person