Job Description

Lots of activity centres are just about having fun. While this is an important part of learning, we like to make the most of the educational and personal benefits of outdoor pursuits by maximising the experience for every child who stays with us. We invest our profits back into the training of our instructors, and into the equipment and facilities at each of our six centres. A Typical Day in the Job As a member of the Senior Management Team the Head of Training/Internal Technical Advisor will report directly to the Managing Director and be responsible for organising and delivering training to the instructor team as well as ensuring that NGB guidelines are being followed in line with best practice and company standard operating procedures. This is a full-time (45 hours per week) demanding role which would require extensive travel to/from our six centres. A suitable vehicle will be provided for such use. The position would suit candidates with a wide knowledge of the outdoor industry in a residential environment operating within the commercial sector. Who are we looking for? Applicants must have a working knowledge of AALS and LOTC inspection regimes. At a minimum applicants must be MIA assessed (or have assessment booked before December 2018) and will be expected to hold some of or all of the following professional qualifications:- - ERCA - Mountain Training Course Provider - British Canoeing Coaching Awards, preferably 'Paddle Sports Coach' (formally BC level 2 coach). - FSRT provider - SUP discipline module provider - NGB awards in other disciples would be advantageous What we can offer you The company will provide and support any career development for the successful candidate. We welcome applications from all nationalities but due to our strict Health and Safety procedures applicants must be able to speak English clearly and fluently. All employment offers will be dependent on a satisfactory DBS check and two satisfactory references.

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