Water Activity Apprentice ESSA WATER ACTIVITIES CENTRE
The apprentice will be learning from senior instructors how to sail, paddle and drive powerboats. The apprentice will become a paddlesport instructor, safety boat driver and learn the workings of a water activity centre. They will be supporting the delivery of courses, lessons and activity days for the general public, scout groups and schools.
Closing date: 31 Mar 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,004.80
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
The apprentice will be expected to work 40 hours per week - shifts to be confirmed. A minimum of 6 hours per week of the 40 hours will be allocated to apprenticeship training.
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
12 Months
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Possible start date
14 Apr 2023
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Date posted
03 Nov 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000097650
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
- Working according to ESSA Mission Statement, Policies and Operating Procedures
- Supporting the senior instructors with a safe, responsible, and mature attitude
- Maintaining the activity equipment needed for the centre and carrying out regular maintenance tasks on it
- Learning how a centre functionally works on a day-to-day basis and supporting the duty manager
- Supporting the delivery of sessions with the senior instructor(s)
- Report safety issues and near misses
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
The apprentice will obtain:
- Level 3 Outdoor Activity Instructor Apprenticeship Standard
- RYA level 1 & 2
- RYA assistant instructor
- RYA powerboat level 2
- RYA safety boat
- First aid training
- Paddlesport instructor
The training will take place on-site during the course of the normal working week
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
The apprentice could work to become a senior instructor in their chosen sport and with centre management skills could work anywhere in the world. People who have worked at ESSA have gone on to teach in Bermuda and beyond!
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C or 4) Desired
About the employer
Employer
ESSA WATER ACTIVITIES CENTRE
Address
MEADGATE ROAD
NAZEING
WALTHAM ABBEY
EN9 2PB
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Outdoor activity instructor
Level 3 (A level)
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