High Ropes Instructor

Center Parcs group; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading leisure company in Bedford is seeking a Trainee/Qualified High Ropes Instructor to coach and supervise guests in various exciting activities, ensuring their safety and enjoyment. The instructor will engage with guests, enriching their holiday experiences while maintaining equipment and conducting safety checks. This role offers flexible hours, a competitive hourly rate, and great employee benefits including discounts and career development opportunities. Candidates must be aged 18 or older and able to work at heights. Apply before the closing date of February 17, 2026.

Benefits

Colleague Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme with Life Assurance

Free use of leisure facilities

Discounted Center Parcs breaks

20% discount in restaurants and retail

Access to Perks at Work Portal

Employee Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 years or over.
• Previous experience in leisure/customer service is desirable.
• Experience in outdoor sports activities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet guests at Action Challenge.
• Coach and supervise guests during activities.
• Instruct sessions such as high ropes and climbing.
• Set up and maintain safety equipment.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Comfortable with working at height

Sociably confident and cheerful

Teamwork

Physically capable

Job description

If adrenaline-fuelled activities sound like your idea of heaven, the Action Challenge team could be perfect for you. Action Challenge offers a wide range of exciting and extreme activities for all ages and abilities. Guests can take to the sky and tackle High Ropes or explore the forest canopy in Aerial Adventure and Aerial Tree Trekking, before whizzing through the woodland on a zip wire. Indoor Climbing Adventure, The Drop and Mini Trek are perfect for little ones wanting their first taste of adventure, all guided by our expert team.

If you want to make a difference and ensure families leave with memories of an experience they’ll never forget, take a look at the current Action Challenge opportunities.

TRAINEE / QUALIFIED) HIGH ROPES INSTRUCTOR - £12.37 per hour and £13.29 per hour when qualified

In this role, you will meet and greet our guests at Action Challenge, and you will coach and supervise them in a range of exciting activities in a manner that allows them to have great fun whilst feeling safe and secure. Your engagement with our guests will enrich their holiday experience, encouraging them to return and tell their friends.

You will be responsible for instructing sessions such as high ropes, indoor and outdoor climbing, abseiling, tree trekking and Aerial Adventure. You will set up and maintain equipment ensuring all safety checks are carried out in accordance with company guidelines.

Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Woburn Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey

HOURS OF WORK

We are offering a number of annualised contracts for this role, whereby you'll be required to work a minimum of 350 hours per year across our peak holiday periods, including Easter and the Summer holidays.

Shifts will require working weekdays, weekends and some bank holidays.

Full information will be provided at interview

ABOUT YOU

Essential requirements:

• Able to perform under pressure
• Good communication skills
• Comfortable with working at height for prolonged periods
• Sociably confident with an outgoing, cheerful approach
• Works well in a team
• Physically capable to meet the demands of the role
• Must be aged 18 years or over

Desirable requirements:

• Previous experience of working within the leisure / customer service industry
• Experience of Outdoor Sports Activities

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work, and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Colleague Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
• Free use of our leisure facilities
• Discounted Center Parcs breaks
• 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
• Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.

Closing date:

17th February 2026

Interviews to be held:

Ongoing

Training & Assessment dates: Between 23rd Feb - 17th March

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

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