Casual Senior Instructor at Dinton Activity CentreCouncil

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Instructor to join our Multi Activity Centre team on a casual basis. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will deliver high-quality outdoor activity sessions while supporting the day-to-day operation of the centre.

You will lead a range of land- and water-based activities, supervise instructors, and ensure all sessions meet required safety and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver safe, engaging, and high-quality activity sessions to a wide range of clients

Lead, supervise, and support Instructors and Lead Instructors

Assist in the day-to-day running of the activity centre

Provide staff briefings, debriefings, and ongoing coaching

Support staff training, development, and rostering

Maintain and manage activity equipment (e.g. boats, climbing gear)

Ensure compliance with health & safety policies and operating procedures

About You

You will be a confident and capable outdoor professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering excellent customer experiences.

Essential requirements:

Recognised outdoor activity qualifications (minimum one required, e.g. RYA Dinghy Senior Instructor, Paddlesport Instructor, Climbing Wall Instructor, or equivalent)

Valid First Aid qualification (Outdoor or First Aid at Work)

Full UK driving licence

At least 2 years’ relevant experience in outdoor instruction or a similar role

Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills

Ability to work with a wide range of participants

Commitment to safety, quality, and customer service

What We Offer

Flexible, casual working hours

Opportunity to work in a dynamic outdoor environment

Ongoing training and professional development

The chance to be part of a supportive and passionate team

Apply Now

If you are an experienced instructor ready to take the next step into a senior role, we would love to hear from you. Join us in delivering exceptional outdoor experiences to our community.

If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!

Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: Mike Bennett, Activities Manager at [email protected].

Closing date: Wednesday 30th September, 11pm

Interview date: TBC

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Position type: Evenings, Flexible Hours, Weekends, Term Time