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Form of workTraining Schemes Administrator
The Royal Yachting Association, based in Hamble, near Southampton, is the national governing body for all forms of recreational, competitive and professional boating. It represents dinghy and yacht racing, motor and sail cruising, RIBs and sportsboats, windsurfing, inland cruising and personal watercraft.Powerboat, Personal Watercraft and Inland Waterways Schemes Administrator
Salary: £21,000 - £22,000 per annum
Full Time: 35 hours per week
Location: Hamble (office based)
- Do you have excellent written and verbal communication skills?
- Do you have previous experience of working in an administration role?
- Do you enjoy working as part of a team whilst having the autonomy to use your own initiative to get the job done?
If the answer to any of these questions are yes, then this is the perfect role for you!
The Royal Yachting Association is seeking an experienced administrator to join the Training department to provide administrative support to the Chief Instructor for our Power Schemes.
In return for your work, you’ll receive a range of benefits including:
- 36 days holiday including public holidays pro rata
- Your Birthday Day off
- 10% RYA contribution to a Personal Pension Scheme
- Volunteering days
- Free charging point for electric vehicles whilst on your working days at the office
- Free Life Insurance
- Discounts platform for retail, entertainment, holidays & gym membership
- Social Events
- RYA Membership
….just to name a few.
What you’ll be doing:
- Provide support, including diary management, to the Chief Instructor, and ensure the smooth running of the RYA Training schemes.
- Respond to general and technical enquiries concerning the RYA Training Schemes, and the wider Training Department.
- Provide information and guidance to members of the public to choose appropriate training.
- Respond to enquiries from RYA Instructors and provide information to assist with the delivery of the RYA Training Schemes.
- Deal with complaints and tackle and investigate non-registration of certificates.
- Organise (including the budgeting), and attend where necessary, annual Conferences.
- Organise and administrate RYA Trainer revalidation, selection, and courses, including liaising with training team staff and their requirements.
- Update and inform Instructors/Examiners/Principals of developments and initiatives within the Training Schemes.
- Represent RYA Training at national boat shows.
Who we’re looking for:
- A team player who is also a self-starter and able to use their own initiative.
- The ability to manage your time and prioritise.
- Someone who has excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
What do you need:
- Experience of working within an administrative role.
- Experience of organising conferences or events is desirable but not essential.
- Knowledge of the RYA training Schemes would be an advantage but not essential.
To Apply
Please click 'Apply for this job', complete the electronic equality monitoring form and attach an application form which you will find towards the end of the application process.
If you have any questions please email
Closing date: 20th February 2024, although advert may close sooner is a suitable candidate is found
The RYA is committed to equality of opportunity
The RYA as an equal opportunity and disability confident employer, celebrates and welcomes diversity in all its forms and believes that a diverse workforce boosts innovation, productivity and creativity.
We are dedicated to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion and strive to be an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves. We would particularly encourage applications from ethnically diverse candidates who are currently underrepresented at the RYA.
