Senior Outdoor Activity Instructor
This is a full-time senior role for an experienced outdoor professional who can lead activity delivery, set standards, and develop an activities team. Youâll work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure our sites, equipment and staff are fully prepared to deliver consistently high-quality experiences in the New Forest.
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A senior role for a qualified outdoor professional
As Senior Instructor, youâll take ownership of day-to-day standards across delivery, staff performance, and operational readiness. This is a hands-on leadership role â you will still deliver sessions, but your priority is ensuring the whole team delivers safely, confidently, and consistently.
Youâll lead from the front: supporting instructors, managing quality control, keeping sites and equipment in shape, and act as the Duty Manager day to day.
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Key responsibilities
This role suits someone whoâs confident setting expectations, coaching others, and keeping operations running smoothly â without needing micromanagement.
1) Leadership & Team Development
Lead and role model high standards of delivery and professionalism.
Train, observe, coach and support instructors through ongoing feedback.
Run regular senior team check-ins to solve problems and improve performance.
Support recruitment, onboarding and seasonal team readiness.
Maintain a rolling 90-day development plan for team and operational priorities.
2) Session Planning & Risk Management
Keep session plans, operating procedures and risk assessments current and in-use.
Ensure safe systems of work are followed across activities and sites.
Carry out routine safety checks and address issues early.
Support inspections from governing bodies and affiliates.
Help develop, test and refine new activities and programme delivery.
3) Site & Equipment Standards
Ensure sites and equipment are safe, functional and presentation-ready.
Maintain clear systems for equipment checks, faults, repairs and replacement.
Track out-of-service equipment and make sure itâs dealt with promptly.
Maintain and deliver an annual site work plan.
Work with the Operations Manager on purchasing, allocation and priorities.
4) Duty Manager & Daily Operations
Lead morning team meetings and deploy staff effectively each day.
Act as Duty Manager when required, overseeing smooth daily operations.
Be the primary point of contact when covering for the Operations Manager.
Improve efficiency through sensible resourcing and practical systems.
Work within the activities budget set by the Operations Manager.
Activity delivery & professional experience
You will remain actively involved in delivery, leading by example and maintaining high standards across all activities.
Our programme includes canoeing, kayaking, archery, bushcraft, high and low ropes, residentials, events and school programmes. Youâll oversee quality, mentor staff, and step in where experience and judgement are needed.
We are looking for a highly experienced outdoor professional who has already worked in a leadership or senior instructor role. Youâll be confident managing risk, supporting staff performance, and making sound operational decisions.
You should be well-qualified, comfortable taking responsibility, and motivated by improving systems, developing people, and delivering excellent outdoor experiences.
Ready to step into a senior role?
If youâve led teams before and youâre looking for a full-time position where you can make a real impact on standards and delivery, weâd love to hear from you.
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Drop your details into the form below to register your interest. To help us review your application quickly, please include:
⢠Your relevant qualifications (including expiry dates).
⢠A summary of your leadership experience.
⢠A summary of your outdoor instructing background.
⢠Your availability and notice period.
Weâll review your application and be in touch.