Outdoor Activity Instructor

Discover your new working adventure in the outdoors with PGL.

PGL is synonymous with learning outside the classroom in a framework of fun, safety and achievement. We’ve been giving young people the adventure of a lifetime since 1957 and now operate at 24 outdoor activity centres across the UK, France and Spain. Our staff are integral in contributing towards the life-changing experiences of our guests. Being part of the PGL staff team is challenging, but also rewarding, exhilarating, extremely memorable and, above all else, fun!

If it’s your dream to work with children in an outdoor adventure paradise, you’ve found the best job in the world! Our Outdoor Activity Instructors are the face of PGL that our young guests remember. Wearing our famous blue uniform you will lead activity sessions, share your love of sports and the outdoors, initiate sing-alongs around the camp fire, and ensure our guest have the time of our lives. While you’re doing all that, you’ll have a fantastic experience of your own which will enrich your life forever.

What do we look for in our Outdoor Activity Instructors?

· Experience of working with children and young adults is desirable.

· Enthusiasm and a positive attitude.

· The ability to work with a team of Instructors to ensure our guests enjoy their PGL experience.

· Responsible people who are organised and can communicate effectively with guests and staff.

Training

All of PGL’s Outdoor Activity Instructors undergo a comprehensive 10 day training programme. Your aptitude during this course, along with skills and experience given on your application, will determine whether your role will be made up mainly of instructing activities, or more group leading activities.

As a first year Outdoor Activity Instructor, you will be on our Foundation Programme and will be working towards a Level 2 Certificate in Introductory Work in the Outdoors.

Staff Package

We offer a competitive wage, paid monthly, meals and on-site accommodation provided, access to training and development opportunities and a FREE staff uniform that reflects your job role, location and contract length. If you are working overseas we also provide return transport from a UK departure point as part of your employment package.

This is a residential job role with staff accommodation provided on centre and is available at numerous locations across the UK, France and Spain.

How to apply...

Click ‘Apply Now’ to find out more about this role, see where you can work and fill in an online application form.

Your working adventure starts here...

Successful applicants are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure, which PGL will pay for. You need to possess the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for employment with PGL. PGL is committed to the principles of equality and diversity and welcome applicants from all sectors of the community.