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Outdoor Activities Apprentice LANCS OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES INITIATIVE

The Anderton Centre are currently looking to recruit passionate and professional dynamic individuals to join their team! The Outdoor Activity Instructor Apprenticeship focuses on training individuals who are new to the sector to run safe and enjoyable activity sessions with children and adults.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 01 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £7,503.60

    You will also benefit from annual leave and sick pay.

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Working days to be confirmed

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    27 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000090313

  • Positions

    3 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Assisting with outdoor activities
  • Running safe and enjoyable activity sessions with children and adults
  • Assisting with the cleaning and maintenance of equipment
  • Liaising with customers and other members of staff

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • The Anderton Centre is Lancashire Outdoor Activities Initiative (LOAI) residential outdoor activity and conferencing facility and is part of the University of Bolton Group. The Centre is situated in the shores of the beautiful Rivington Reservoir in the heart of the West Pennie Moors
  • The Centre is only a short drive from the motorway networks, so is able to serve many regions of the North West and the location boast superb water facilities and a rural setting ideal for a wide range of land activities
  • This is a 13-month contract £4.81 per hour 30-hour week. You will also benefit from Holidays and sick pay. The Apprenticeship also includes opportunities to gain national governing body award qualifications

 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Successful candidates may be offered a Summer contract that could lead to full time employment

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade D/3) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade D/3) Essential

Things to consider

Applicants must be aware of the Anderton Centre’s rural setting and take note. The Anderton centre is, 0.8 Miles from the nearest Bus stop (regular 125 route). The road and driveway are mostly unlit and without pavements. If you are dependent on public transport, please take this into account when applying for this position. Free car parking and cycle storage available on site.

About the employer

The Anderton Centre is a non-profit organisation run by charity Lancashire Outdoor Activities Initiative who's aim is to get as many people as possible enjoying the great outdoors. The Centre is situated in the shores of the beautiful Rivington Reservoir in the heart of the West Pennie Moors.

Employer

LANCS OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES INITIATIVE

Address

ANDERTON CENTRE

NEW ROAD

ANDERTON

PR6 9HG

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Training

Training provider

CHANNEL TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Mark Collinson

mark.collinson@andertoncentre.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Outdoor activity instructor

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply for the role please send a covering letter and CV including details for 2 references (email and contact number) to Mark Collinson at mark.collinson@andertoncentre.co.uk

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 01 Dec 2022