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We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Instructor- Watersports to join our amazing Scout adventure team. 

Location: Scout Adventures Hawkhirst - Plashetts, Hexham, NE48 1QZ

Salary: £25,685 per annum (pro-rata), Band C, Level 3 

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Term: Fixed term until November 2024

We’re Scouts and everyone’s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world. We help them speak up, play their part and shine bright.

The Lead Instructor Role:

We’re looking for someone to join our team who is just as passionate as we are about getting young people outdoors to have an adventure as we are.

We are looking for someone with the knowledge, experience and qualifications in Watersports and the below are essential for this role.

Paddlesport Minimum one of: Canoe/ Kayak Sheltered Water Coach, Touring Leader, Paddlesport Leader

We would consider someone who holds: Sailing Instructor and Powerboat Instructor award alongside a lower paddlesports qualification with the view to upskill the paddlesport award as soon as possible

Desirable: PB2, Dinghy Instructor, or sailing experience

Key responsibilities as our Lead Instructor:

Coaching, mentoring and pastoral supervision of the instructing team

Maintaining accurate records of staff training, assessment and competency, equipment and activity facilities, operating procedures and risk assessments

Assisting with the creation of group programmes and staff timetables

Ensuring relevant checks, processes and paperwork are maintained to meet external and internal accreditation standards - including management of equipment and PPE

Delivering adventurous activity, and training to internal and external clients

Monitoring the safety and quality of activity sessions

Assisting other staff, including taking bookings, checking in/out groups and liaising with guests

As a youth focused organisation, applicants agree to comply at all times with the safeguarding rules including vetting and Basic/Enhanced DBS checks

What we are looking for in our Lead Instructor:

Competent IT skills especially in office applications

The ability to supervise staff including appropriate delegation, encouraging personal development and managing performance

Experience working with High Ropes and Target Sports sessions and equipment

Experience working in an outdoor education or activity centre – working with a wide range of groups and activities

Experience in leading, mentoring and supporting others

Understanding of The Scout and how we work

What we can offer you as our Lead Instructor:

Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department

Be proud to say you’re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold)

Plenty of opportunity for learning and development

28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years

Four extra days to look after your family when they need you

Three extra days over Christmas

We are proud to be a family-friendly employer and offer…

Up to four personal days paid leave a year

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Flexible working hours

Store Discount at our Scout Store + other online benefits

Study and volunteer leave

The closing date for applications is 23:59pm on Tuesday 21st May 2024

Interviews will be held online and will be ongoing until the role is filled.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join our fantastic team! Click ‘Apply’ now!

The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.

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