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SalaryJob title:Outdoor Activity Instructor - Casual
Salary: Coach 03 £12.58 p/h
Hours: Casual
Contract: Casual
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 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 with one or more of the following qualifications:
- RYA Assistant Dinghy Sailing Instructor, or higher
- RYA Start Windsurf Instructor, or higher
- RYA Powerboat Instructor
- Paddlesport Instructor, Paddlesport Leadership Award, or higher; or an LSAC Statement of Competence for Paddlesports
- SUP Coach/Instructor or Leadership Qualification
- RYA Safety Boat
- Bell Boat Helm Award.
- Off Road biking Instructor/Leader Qualification.
- British Rowing Session Coach, or higher.
- Archery GB Instructor Award
- MLTE Rock Climbing Instructor or Climbing Wall Instructor
- Must also hold a valid current First Aid Qualification
About the role
LSAC is looking for a highly motivated individual with 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 will include 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 t 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 guidance for 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 Manager, Call 01133781271 or email adam-peter.gair@leeds.gov.uk.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be carried out on preferred candidates. Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds. Leeds City Council is ranked 70 on the Stonewall Equality Index 2023. We are also an age-friendly employer, a Mindful Employer, and a Disability Confident Leader.
All new Leeds City Council appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - 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 and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
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.
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 deliver a range of high quality and safe coaching sessions that are accessible to all. To work with the Senior Instructor/Centre Manager to 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 assist in establishing and coaching new junior clubs/sections after school or in the community.
To identify new programme developments for LSAC.
To visit and promote LSAC within schools, colleges and at external events.
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:
Applicant must hold a current valid First Aid qualification.
Applications accepted from holders of any of the qualifications below:
RYA Assistant Dinghy Instructor, or higher.
RYA Start Windsurf Instructor, or higher.
RYA Powerboat Instructor.
Paddlesport Instructor, Paddlesport Leadership Award, or LSAC Statement of Competence.
SUP Coach/Instructor, or Leadership.
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
Good interpersonal and presentation skills.
Good numeracy and literacy skills.
Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people.
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.
Candidates must have one of the Essential qualifications below:
RYA Assistant Dinghy Instructor, or higher.
RYA Start Windsurf Instructor, or higher.
RYA Powerboat Instructor.
Paddlesport Instructor, Paddlesport Leadership Award, or LSAC Statement of Competence.
SUP Coach/Instructor or Leadership qualification.
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.
Experience instructing Outdoor Activities and experience in delivering to a wide range of client groups, and of safe working practices.
Experience of planning and co-ordinating coaching sessions.
Experience of supervising and motivating adults and children.
Experience of working with 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.
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.
Desirable qualifications:
RYA Safety Boat
SUP coach
Bell Boat Helm Award.
Off Road biking Instructor/Leader Qualification.
British Rowing Session Coach, or higher.
Archery GB Instructor Award
MLTE Rock Climbing Instructor or Climbing Wall Instructor
Knowledge of Outdoor Activity National Governing Body Award Schemes and Development Pathways.
Knowledge of Risk Assessments and Health and Safety guidelines.
Relevant knowledge of Child Protection and welfare issues.
Experience of working within a Outdoor Activity programme.
Experience of administrating tasks associated with a Outdoor Activity framework.
Commitment to the development of Outdoor Activities, and the development of Leeds Sailing and Activity Centre.
