Job title: Outdoor Activity Instructor - Seasonal
Salary: C1 £28,598 - £31,022 pro rata
Hours: Various
Contract: 6-month Temporary Contract
Location: Leeds Sailing and Activity Centre (LSAC)
Leeds Sailing and Activity Centre (LSAC) is looking for highly motivated individuals with experience of Instructing and Delivering a wide range of Outdoor Activities to join our team of Instructors at LSAC to help expand our service.
We aim to recruit enthusiastic and motivated people for all aspects of our business. As one of our strongest assets we focus our attention on the people we employ, by providing training and continual development.
Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.
About you
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Instructors.
As an Outdoor Activity Instructor, you will bring to the role:
- RYA Dinghy Sailing Instructor or RYA Start Windsurf Instructor, or higher
- BC Paddlesport Instructor OR BC Paddlesport Leadership Award, or higher; or an LSAC Statement of Competence for paddlesport
- First Aid Qualification
- A wide range of experience and knowledge of outdoor activities along with any additional qualifications that will be of benefit to the position
About the role
LSAC is looking for a highly motivated individual with plenty of knowledge and experience of instructing Outdoor Activities to join our team of Instructors at Leeds Sailing and Activity Centre in delivering a wide-ranging high quality activity programme, and to help expand our service.
Using your experience and qualifications you will help develop and promote Outdoor Activities at LSAC, whilst ensuring good customer satisfaction, maintaining health and safety standards, and provide a quality service to the highest standards.
This role is for a various part time post but will include some evenings and weekend working.
What we offer you
We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including:
- a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
- membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
- flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements
- a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
- a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further
How to apply
Please complete the online application form.
Please upload your CV and complete a personal statement of no more than 500 words
Read our guidancefor further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application.
If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please contact Adam-Peter Gair, Leeds Sailing and Activity Centre Manger.
Call 01133781271 or email adam-peter.gair@leeds.gov.uk.
The post will run from April to October, and cover 6 months.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check against the Children’s or Adults’ barred list as applicable will be carried out on preferred candidates. Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy.
We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people.
This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.
If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visaroute before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying.
Job Description
Job Purpose:
- To deliver a safe and high-quality Outdoor Activity Programme for all ages and abilities at LSAC.
- To develop and promote the programme of Outdoor Activities at LSAC working in conjunction with the Centre Manager.
- To undertake equipment maintenance, and maintain the centres upkeep and appearance.
- Maintain a good and positive image of the City Council to customers and the public generally by providing a welcoming, helpful and professional service.
Responsibilities for Grade:
- To a range of high quality and safe coaching sessions that are accessible to all. To work with the Centre Manager to organise, manage, and promote a range of high quality and safe coaching sessions, on and offsite, that are accessible to all.
- To deliver sessions in a professional manner in accordance with the City Council and National Governing Body Codes of Conduct.
- To support the identification and progression of talented young people and encourage further development into local exit routes.
- To take positive steps to identify and overcome barriers to participation amongst young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
- To undertake administrative tasks in connection with programmes of work. i.e., Registers, monitoring and evaluation forms, risk assessments etc.
- To undertake training and continuous professional development as necessary to the post and further career advancement e.g., Sheltered Water Coach/Performance Coach, RYA Dinghy Instructor/SI, mentoring, tutor training, Manual Handling, Health and Safety Awareness, etc..
- To assist in establishing and coaching new junior clubs/sections after school or in the community.
- To report to and liaise with nominated officers, facilities, and other parties as directed and appropriate.
- To mentor support staff, volunteers where appropriate.
- To establish an effective working relationship with schools, colleges, clubs, West Yorkshire Sport and Leeds City Council.
- To identify new programme developments for LSAC.
- To visit and promote LSAC within schools, colleges and at external events.
- To undertake key holding responsibility to open and close the building.
- To undertake the accountabilities of the post in accordance with council policies including the Equal Opportunities, Child Protection Policies, and Health & Safety Policies.
- To undertake any other duties which may be assigned from time to time, as directed by the line manager which may be reasonably required of you, that are commensurate with the grade of the post and your level of responsibility.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- First Aid qualification.
Plus Either:
- RYA Dinghy or Start Windsurf Instructor
OR
- BC Paddlesport Instructor, BC Paddlesport Leadership Award, or LSAC Statement of Competence
PERSON SPECIFICATION: Method of Assessment will be through one or more of the following Application Form, Test, Interview, and Certificate
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: It is essential that the Candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities: Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate on the application form that they meet all the essential requirements
Skills Required
- Good interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Good numeracy and literacy skills.
- Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, organisations, clubs, schools and other agencies.
- Able to adapt to the needs of individuals and different work situations.
- Able to work flexibly as part of a team with minimal supervision and able to work on own initiative.
- Able to demonstrate good organisational skills.
- Able to evaluate lesson planning and implement to deliver good outdoor activity lessons.
- Ability to work with user groups who may have Special Needs.
Knowledge Required
Candidates must have one of the Essential qualifications below:
- RYA Dinghy/Start Windsurf Instructor or higher
OR
- BC Paddlesport Instructor, Bell Boat Helm, Paddlesport Leader Award, LSAC Statement of Competence, or higher
- Demonstrate coaching qualifications in a wide range of outdoor pursuits activities.
- Knowledge of the National and Local Structures and development initiatives in Outdoor Activities.
- Knowledge of Risk Assessments, Health and Safety Guidelines, Child Protection and Welfare Issues.
- To have or be willing to gain further qualifications.
Experience Required
- Experience instructing a wide range of Outdoor Activities and general experience in delivering to a wide range of client groups, and of safe working practices.
- Experience of collating records and paperwork.
- Experience of planning and co-ordinating coaching sessions at a variety of levels.
- Experience undertaking and recording equipment management, safety, and maintenance of equipment.
- Experience of Administrative tasks.
- Experience of supervising and motivating groups of mixed age and ability.
Behavioural & other Characteristics required
- Willing to abide by the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy in the duties of the post, and as an employee of the Council.
- Willing to carry out all duties having regard to an employee’s responsibility under the Council’s Health and Safety Policies.
- Commitment to personal development and willing to attend relevant training to achieve this.
- Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.
- Willing to abide by the council’s Child Protection Policy.
- Willing to work in a professional and responsible manner.
- Must be able to work anywhere within the city boundary.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS: It is desirable that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role. Candidates are not required to meet all the Desirable requirements however these may be used to distinguish between acceptable candidates.
Skills Required
- Able to evaluate sessions, accurately assessing/recording and evaluating of participant(s) progress using the appropriate resources provided, and provide/record quality feedback to participants.
- Able to provide information and advice to existing and potential customers regarding the outdoor activity programme.
Knowledge Required
Desirable qualifications:
- RYA Dinghy or Start Windsurf Instructor
- BC Paddlesport Instructor, BC Paddlesport Leadership Award, or LSAC Statement of Competence
- RYA Powerboat Instructor
- RYA Safety Boat
- SUP coach
- Bell Boat Helm
- Mountain Bike Leader
- Archery GB Instructor Award
- British Rowing Session Instructor or higher
- Knowledge of outdoor activity National Governin Body Award Schemes and Development Pathways.
- Knowledge of Risk Assessments and Health and Safety guidelines.
- Relevant knowledge of Child Protection and welfare issues.
Experience Required
- Experience of working with outdoor activity camps and holiday programmes.
- Experience of working within a outdoor activity programme.
- Experience of administrating tasks associated with a outdoor activity framework.
Behavioural & other Characteristics required
- Commitment to the development of Outdoor Activities, and the development of Leeds Sailing and Activity Centre.
