At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead fun outdoor activities for children, building confidence and teamwork.
- Company: Join Robinwood, an employee-owned business with a fun and impactful culture.
- Benefits: Earn £13.65ph, enjoy free meals, and receive training for recognised qualifications.
- Other info: Enjoy 12 weeks off a year and a strong work-life balance.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while having a blast outdoors.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm for working with kids and a positive attitude are key.
The predicted salary is between 13.65 - 13.65 £ per hour.
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Barhaugh Hall, Alston
Salary: £13.65ph
Next start date: Early 2027
We recruit year-round and would welcome applications for future start dates.
Why Robinwood?
- Living Wage Foundation accredited
- Investors in People Gold
- Employee-owned business
Want a job where you actually make a difference - and have fun doing it? At Robinwood, you won’t just be running activities, you will be helping children grow in confidence, build friendships, and create memories that last a lifetime.
We are looking for energetic, outgoing people to join our team as Group Leaders at our Barhaugh Hall centre.
What you will be doing as a Group Leader:
Over a 3-day residential course, you will lead a group of key stage 2 children through a range of fun, adventure and themed activities. But it’s more than that, you will:
- Build confidence in children aged 7–11
- Encourage teamwork and resilience
- Bring sessions to life through storytelling and energy
No two days are the same, and the impact you make is real.
What you will get:
- £13.65 per hour (increasing to £14.05 per hour following successful completion of a 6-month probation period)
- Pay increases with experience and responsibility
- Permanent, year-round contract
- Free meals on shift
- Profit-related tax-free bonus
- 12 weeks off a year (including August and Christmas)
- Training & Development
- No prior instructor experience needed, we will train you.
- Gain nationally recognised qualifications in: Archery, First Aid, Paddle Sports, Climbing …plus a catalogue of courses available, including Autism Awareness, Child Mental Health Training and many more.
- At least 2 consecutive days off per week
- Fixed timetable patterns (published 4 weeks in advance)
- Structured support from your manager
- Strong work-life balance
What we are looking for:
- You don’t need to be an expert, but you do need to be:
- Positive, enthusiastic, and engaging
- Experienced working with children (paid or voluntary)
- Confident leading groups
- A natural storyteller or motivator
Ready to apply?
If you want a career where you can have fun, build skills, and genuinely make an impact, we would love to hear from you.
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