Outdoor Learning Instructor (Academy) - Surrey

Outdoor Learning; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based outdoor education provider is seeking an enthusiastic Outdoor Learning Instructor to engage and inspire children through adventurous outdoor activities. This full-time, fixed-term position offers a comprehensive training package, support, and the opportunity to work in beautiful locations. Candidates with a passion for the outdoors and previous group work experience are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Comprehensive training package

Health and wellbeing staff benefits

Local government pension scheme

Family and lifestyle discounts

Access to further courses and training

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for outdoor learning and adventure activities.
• Good communication skills and ability to build rapport.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and engage children and young people through outdoor activities.
• Deliver tailored outdoor learning programmes.

Skills

Previous group work experience

Interest and passion for the outdoors

Good leadership skills

Experience working with children or young people

Job description

Contract type Full time / Seasonal or Fixed term

Closing date 04 Jan 2026 03:00 PM

• 6-month full time fixed term Contract
• Starting at £25.052 per annum pro rata based on 36 hours per week.
• 4 th January closing date

Are you looking for a new career or a change of career?

Do you have a passion for the outdoors?

Would you like to inspire, engage and develop personal and social skills of children and young people using adventurous outdoor activities?

Join us at Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development (SOLD).

SOLD provides carefully facilitated, bespoke programmes in the outdoors, creating positive learning outcomes and experiences using our beautifully located facilities and centres across Surrey. Staff will have a primary base and will work at other sites at times. Our centres are located.

• High Ashurst - Mickleham, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6DQ
• Henley Fort and Angel Blue - Guildford, Surrey, GU2 4RH

Please note, there is no on-site accommodation available, so would suit individuals living in commutable distance.

About the role

Our Outdoor Learning Instructor (Academy) role is suitable for individuals new to the outdoor learning industry or who have worked a few seasons in the industry. We are planning our next cohort to commence in Spring 2026 (1 st April) offering a 6-month fixed term contract.

What are we looking for?

• Previous group work experience in an outdoor or other setting
• Your interest and passion for the outdoors
• Good leadership skills
• Previous experience of working with children or young people
• We are particularly interested in hearing from paddlers, climbers and those who have an interest in delivering our WW2 Homefront experience!

What are the benefits of working for SOLD?

• A fantastic entry level role into the world of outdoor learning
• A comprehensive training package and ongoing support
• Working in a friendly and dynamic team
• Working with a range of customers and projects
• Working in the outdoors in beautiful locations
• Health and wellbeing staff benefits
• Local government pension scheme – contributions range from 5.5% to 12.5% of pensionable pay based on earnings
• Family and lifestyle discounts to include discounts on food shopping, cinema tickets, weekends away, holidays, gifts, etc
• Employee assistance programme
• Access to further courses and training
• Future career opportunities

Applicants need to have excellent communication skills, be able to build rapport and empathise with others and be confident to lead groups in an outdoor setting.

We will provide an excellent training package and support, which will grow and develop the skills, knowledge and tools in this role.

We have a recruitment day on Saturday 10 th January. All applicants will be invited to attend.