Outdoor Adventure Instructor
Exeter College
Devon
- £22,197 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- plus excellent benefits.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 19 November 2023
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen with Haven Banks Outdoor Education in Exeter. Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre is a pioneering partnership between Devon County Council & Exeter College, Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre provides a contemporary hub for outdoor activities for young people and adults from Exeter, Devon and across the region.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, flexible and well organised individual as a Lead Multi Activity Instructor with specific responsibilities for delivery and support of the centre Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expeditions, Ten Tors training provision, as well as other land and water-based activities available from the centre.
The successful applicant will hold a variety of National Governing Body Awards and be able to demonstrate previous experience leading, coaching and mentoring groups and individuals of all ages and abilities and from every background.
The individual we are seeking must be able to work alone as well as part of the team and have passion for delivering outdoor and adventurous activity programmes which inspire and motivate students, enabling them to build confidence and allow them to achieve and reach their full potential.
Applicants will need a flexible approach as the role includes weekend and evening work at key times during the year, none more so than the Ten Tors and DofE Expedition seasons.
Priority will ultimately focus on safe practice, as well as learning, enjoyment, and achievement as part of structured practical programmes of activity.
The post will include delivery to all users of the Centre involving:
- Approximately 20% centre-based admin and preparation time and 80% outdoor instructional delivery work.
- Residential expedition weekends and evening sessions.
- Working in all weather’s conditions throughout the year
- Constantly and continually managing the vagaries of different groups and group members.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and be part of an established and nationally recognised and respected outdoor centre.
Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre offers an innovative approach to education, training and recreation with provision that will encompass the individual needs of a wide range of users, including those disengaged from education, those looking for a short-term recreational activity, students wanting to train for a future career in the industry through to professionals undertaking training and development in leadership and development.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight on Sunday 19th November 2023
Interviews will be held on Monday 27th November 2023.
Exeter College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure by the DBS.
Attached documents
About Exeter College
Why Work For Us?
Exeter College is an Ofsted Outstanding, multi award-winning education provider in Devon, but our vision to be an exceptional college is only made possible with the determination and enthusiasm of our staff. We offer a wide range of fulfilling roles across multiple sites, all with the opportunity for further training and development. We acknowledge our employees’ involvement in shaping futures and making a difference by offering amazing benefits and the opportunity to progress and grow in one of the most successful colleges in the South West.
Exeter College ranked 65th in the 2022 Best Companies League Tables as one of the UK’s Best Large Companies to work for, the third year in a row we have featured in the top 100. A Disability Confident employer, we aim to provide an environment where all staff can thrive because they feel valued, engaged and challenged. If you would like to join our team of exceptional people, please have a look at our vacancies below.
Our Benefits
We depend on exceptional people to sustain our outstanding performance and reward staff for their hard work. We provide an array of progressive benefits to encourage a healthy work-life balance, including:
🔹 We offer two defined benefits pension schemes, one for teachers and one for support staff
🔹 Generous Annual Leave entitlement as well as a two-week Christmas shutdown
🔹 We have an onsite gym, Central Fitness, and a variety of classes including spinning, yoga and Pilates, which is affordable and discounted for staff
🔹 Staff Development including away days for employees – more info below
🔹 We offer a cycle scheme that saves you 26-40% on a bike and accessories. You pay nothing upfront and can spread the cost of new equipment over a year
🔹 Our @34 restaurant offers a range of eat-in and takeaway options at very reasonable prices with staff discount
🔹 Owlets Nursery is part of the Exeter College Group, providing high quality childcare at a short walk from the College
🔹 Get discounts on over 1200 retailers with our Sodexo platform, plus the ability to get an NUS Card
🔹Staff can receive a voucher every 2 years which will pay for the basic eye test
🔹 Our H2B spa and salon offers a wonderful pampering experience at discounted rates
Principal
John Laramy
Values and vision
Exeter College aims to be an outstanding, dynamic and thriving college, working with partners to provide inspirational education and training.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and we expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
For further information on the College’s commitment visit our Safeguarding page.
Ofsted report
“As a result of the highly motivated, skilled and experienced staff, the quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding. Lecturers provide learners with challenging work that prepares them extremely well for their next steps. The colleges uses its excellent links with schools, employers and other agencies to understand, and respond quickly to the education and training needs of the local area.”
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