Seasonal Instructor - near Bristol / Cheddar

Outdoor Learning; Bristol; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An outdoor activity provider near Bristol seeks a Seasonal Instructor to lead sessions in diverse outdoor environments. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and at least two relevant qualifications, like Rock Climbing Instructor or BC Paddlesport Instructor. Success in this role requires enthusiasm, a positive outlook, and the ability to inspire others. Join us at an established center dedicated to providing high-quality outdoor education and adventure experiences.

Qualifications

• Must have at least two relevant outdoor leadership qualifications.
• Enthusiastic and able to inspire others through adventure.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate activity sessions with diverse groups.
• Train new instructors and deliver engaging experiences.

Skills

Positive outlook

Strong communication skills

Excellent presentation skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Rock Climbing Instructor (RCI)

BC Paddlesport Instructor

D1 Licence + CPC

Job description

Seasonal Instructor - near Bristol / Cheddar

Contract type Full time / Seasonal or Fixed term

Closing date 31 Jan 2026 09:00 AM

Seasonal Instructor at Mendip Activity Centre

SEASONAL INSTRUCTOR 2026

• Contract: Fixed Term
• Interview: 14 th January 2026
• Contract Dates: 16 th March 2026 – 06 th September 2026
• Salary: £27,300-£28,425 - Dependent on qualifications and experience

Mendip is looking for motivated, passionate and brilliant instructors to take on roles at Mendip Activity Centre as we expand our existing instructor team for the busy summer season.

The Mendip Way

“To Inspire Everyone, Everywhere, to Make Time for Adventure”

The Role

You’ll work in a variety of outdoor environments with a wide range of groups. You’ll work both independently and as part of a team to facilitate activity sessions. Each day, you could be training new instructors, working with schools, corporate, families, private groups, or individuals. The majority of our instructors work for us year-round, expanding their skills to gain winter qualifications.

This is more than just a job. You won’t just be an instructor: you’ll be a coach, a facilitator, a mentor, a guide, an inspiration. We’re looking for enthusiastic people to inspire others through exciting adventures.

About You

Your attitude and personality is paramount to us: we’re looking for someone who has a positive outlook, professionalism, promptness and who works well under pressure. You’ll possess strong communication skills, and excellent presentation skills and enjoy a varied and challenging programme.

Qualifications

Must have at least two of the following;

• Rock Climbing Instructor (RCI)
• BC Paddlesport Instructor, Leader or Coach
• BCA - LCLA L1 – ideally with Mendip caves
• D1 Licence + CPC
• Ski/Snowboard qualifications such as BASI L1 / SSE L1 +
• National Smallbore Rifle Association YPS
• Knowledge of team development and initiative exercises
• British Orienteering – TOP 1 or 2
• DofE Supervisor/Assessor

If you do not hold the necessary qualifications then we could still have opportunities for you. Please look at ourApprenticeship orOutdoor Instructor Training Course – we have a strong history of training instructors to be ready for working in the sector.

About Mendip

Established in 1987, Mendip Activity Centre is a national activity, education and training provider setting the gold standard in adventure and training.

Our goal to inspire everyone, everywhere, to make time for adventure. We do this by working with schools, families, individuals, groups and teams, and aim to inspire as many as possible.

We deliver high-quality and important outdoor education with professionalism and passion through the pillars of Adventure, Learning and Training. This role will be primarily based at our main centre in the Mendip Hills, Somerset.

Values

• Respect Risk: Go safely beyond the comfort zone
• Respect Nature: Protect our playground
• Respect Choice: Let everyone make their choice

If you’re unsure whether we’re right for you, please get in touch for a chat or a visit (coffee and cake included!) to discuss this further.