Apprentice Multi-Activity Instructor Woodhouse Park Activity Centre

Woodhouse Park Activity Centre currently has an exciting opportunity available for a 13-month Apprenticeship as a Level 3 Outdoor Activity Instructor. You will be trained to assist / deliver a wide range of outdoor and adventure activities as well as learning about the general day-to-day running of a busy outdoor activity centre.

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

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Closing date: 11 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,236.80

    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

    Days and shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    11 Jul 2023

  • Date posted

    25 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000157407

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Assisting with activities
  • 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?

Woodhouse Park is a 36-acre Scout Activity Centre. With a stunning location, Woodhouse Park boasts a whole host of outdoor activities, camping for 2,500 people, and a variety of indoor accommodation.

Woodhouse Park Activity Centre currently has an exciting opportunity available for a 13-month Apprenticeship as a Level 3 Outdoor Activity Instructor. You will be trained to assist / deliver a wide range of outdoor and adventure activities as well as learning about the general day-to-day running of a busy outdoor activity centre.

The Centre delivers a various activities including; Climbing, Adventure Course, High Ropes, Archery, Rifles, Bushcraft, Team Building activities, Tomahawk Throwing, Abseiling and many more!

This post will also require the candidate to work in an assistant capacity across the site to obtain an all-round knowledge of centre-based work. All staff are expected to do their share of cleaning and other maintenance work as part of the role. Training is given in all areas as part of the position.

While working at Woodhouse Park you will be trained in the following qualifications:

  • Level 3 Outdoor Activity instructor Standard
  • Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths & English if required
  • ITC Level 3 in Outdoor First Aid

 

A range of NGB awards including:

A wide range for qualifications with national governing bodies will be offered to the successful applicants as well as lots of in-house training. This will allow the applicants to become well qualified in the outdoor industry and help the applicant progress their career. The qualifications on offer are: – Archery GB instructor, NRSA YPS Tutor (Rifle Shooting Instructor), Climbing Wall Instructor (indoor Rock-Climbing Instructor), NSRA (Crossbow Instructor), Safeguarding, British Values, Equality & Diversity, Prevent, Staying Safe, COSHH, Manual Handling, Food Hygiene, Fire Safety.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Qualified full-time Outdoor Activity Instructor
  • Freelance Instructor
  • Outdoor Education

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

This is a live-in position.

About the employer

Woodhouse Park Activity Centre occupies 36 acres (14 hectares) of land on the west side of the A38, to the north of Bristol, UK. The centre is enclosed by woodland with views extending over the two Severn bridges. Easily accessible from the M4 and M5, the centre offers the ideal location and facilities for an adventurous outdoor experience for young people.

Employer

Woodhouse Park Activity Centre

Address

Woodhouse Park Activity Centre

Fernhill

BS32 4LX

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Training

Training provider

CHANNEL TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Andrew Scully (Operations Director)

andrew.scully@avonscouts.org.uk

01454 613006

Apprenticeship standard

Outdoor activity instructor

Level 3 (A level)


Employer's Application Instructions

Email bookings@woodhousepark.org.uk for application form.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 11 Jun 2023