Outdoor Activity Instructor in Resolven

Who are Fair Ways Outdoor Adventures and what do we stand for? Fair Ways Outdoor Adventures is a great place to work. We are a team. We care about each other and are all committed to making a change to the lives of the children and young people that we support and educate. We believe that the opportunities we create will help prepare and engage young people in their futures in ways that otherwise may not be achievable.

Where and when do we need you? Fair Ways Outdoor Adventures are looking for an Outdoor Activity Instructor to join their motivated department of professional instructors delivering a wide range of activities to our amazing young people supported in our residential intervention centres and residential homes. These sessions are delivered as part of their bespoke alternative education programmes with each session also being supported by trained therapeutic support workers. Our instructors are fully supported in their roles, having access to a fantastic range of well-maintained modern equipment, training and development.

Responsibilities

• Building relationships through experiences - Supporting and instructing young people to engage with a range of outdoor activities such as canoeing, climbing and walking to build confidence, self-esteem and maximise learning and development of new skills through alternative education.
• Keeping Children and Young People safe - Ensuring that all activities and locations are risk assessed appropriately and participating in the regular reviewing of risk assessments and safety procedures as required to ensure that they remain fit for purpose and keep all young people and staff safe whilst out on activities.
• Reporting and Recording - Ensuring that all required activity session reports are completed promptly and provide an accurate record of young people’s achievements, engagement and progress.
• Preparation and Planning - Organising, preparing and maintaining equipment for activity sessions.
• Being a Trauma Informed professional - To provide trauma informed responses through the individualised use of therapeutic and, where appropriate, physical intervention to ensure our young people are supported appropriately during times of crisis.
• Professional and personal development - To manage personal and continuous professional development through self-assessment, supervision, training, in order to maintain good knowledge of current best practice and statutory regulations including safeguarding legislation to ensure best levels of instruction are delivered at all times.

This role will be worked Monday – Friday between 9:00 and 17:30. All candidates must have a full driving license and have access to the use of a car. Successful candidates will be required to provide an enhanced Disclosure (DBS). This disclosure cost will be met by Fair Ways. Fair Ways are unable to provide VISA sponsorship for this role and all applicants will need to be able to provide evidence of right to work in the UK.

You and your specialisms

Essential

• You will hold a minimum of 3 different National Governing Body Awards allowing you to provide Adventurous Activities relevant to the outdoor sector, examples as Water Based Climbing/Mountaineering Biking.
• First Aid Qualification - Relevant to your qualification level.
• Excellent session leadership experience, verbal / non-verbal communication skills and resilient in the face of challenge and change.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a trauma informed way when supporting young people who present behaviours that challenge.
• Experience of managing own workload effectively with the ability to prioritise tasks, often to tight deadlines.

Let us look after you!

At Fair Ways, we care about your well-being, here is what we currently offer to our dedicated team:

• Exciting Opportunities: Participate in free staff lotteries with amazing prizes, such as £1000 holiday vouchers, weekends away, luxury hampers, £1000 fostering referral scheme and vouchers.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a Holiday Accrual Scheme, an extra day of annual leave as a ‘wellbeing day’ and the option to purchase additional holidays (up to 5 days).
• Health and Support: Benefit from Simply Health, our health cash plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Scheme, providing emergency financial assistance and 24/7 counselling services.
• Growth and Development: Unlock your potential with our Education Grant, offering funding for accreditation up to master’s level.
• Wellbeing Matters: Experience team-building days, summer festivals, and well-being initiatives, promoting a positive work environment.
• Recognition and Rewards: Be appreciated for your dedication through annual Staff Awards and Long Service Awards.
• Supportive Community: Be part of our diverse workforce that embraces all communities.

Become a part of our community – We can’t wait to meet you! If you’re passionate about making a difference and are ready to embark on an incredible journey, apply today and be a part of something amazing at Fair Ways. Join our team and help shape brighter futures!