Outdoor Learning Instructor - Seasonal

Surreyoutdoorlearning; Dorking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An outdoor education organization located in the United Kingdom is hiring bank Outdoor Learning Instructors to deliver high-quality learning programmes. The role offers various shifts throughout the week with a starting pay of £13.35 per hour plus annual leave allowance. Ideal candidates will have prior group work experience, a positive attitude, and a relevant outdoor qualification. Join a friendly team and make a difference in outdoor learning experiences.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing staff benefits

Local government pension scheme

Family and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in outdoor or related group work.
• Solution-focused attitude towards challenges.
• Understanding theories related to outdoor learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality outdoor learning programmes.
• Engage various groups including children and adults.
• Ensure positive experiences for all participants.

Skills

Group work experience

Positive attitude

Knowledge of outdoor learning theories

Education

National governing body qualification in adventurous activities

Job description

Are you passionate about the outdoors?

We are excited to be hiring bank Outdoor Learning Instructors to join our dynamic Outdoor Learning team at Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development (SOLD).

We are offering flexible bank contracts, various hours available (usually a minimum of seven hours per shift), with work opportunities over seven days per week.

• This role has a starting hourly rate of £13.35 per hour, plus £2.00 per hour annual leave allowance
• 9am to 5pm, 1pm to 9.30pm and 9am to 9pm shifts, Monday through to Sunday
• Required at High Ashurst, Henley Fort and Thames Young Mariners

Locations of our centres are:

• High Ashurst, Mickleham Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6DQ
• Henley Fort, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 4RH
• Angel Blue, Dapdune Wharf, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4RR
• Various Surrey locations with the Outreach team

Recruiting for Spring 2026. Recruitment day 10th January – Save the date!

About the role

This is a fantastic role delivering high-quality outdoor learning programmes to ensure that our visitors benefit positively from participating in outdoor learning. Our team work with a range of groups which include primary, secondary, college, graduate and adult age groups, Additional Needs and Disabilities (AND) and family groups.

What are we looking for?

• Previous group work experience in an outdoor/ or other setting
• Positive and solution focused attitude
• A minimum of one national governing body qualification in adventurous outdoor activities
• Knowledge and understanding of theories relating to outdoor learning

We welcome applications from individuals who have transferrable skills but don't meet the criteria.

What are the benefits of working for SOLD?

Join us at SOLD, where your passion for outdoor learning will make a profound difference in the lives of those we inspire. We can't wait to hear from you!

• A fantastic entry level role into the world of outdoor learning
• A comprehensive training package and ongoing support
• Working amongst 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.