Apprentice Instructor

To be proactive and keen in all aspects of learning To listen to advice, support and guidance from peers and instructors To actively deliver activities to a range of groups both with support and independently To be proactive with personal and group safety To check activity equipment and activity sites in line with training To support with site maintenance when requested to.

Activity Support/Instruction:

To lead/support the delivery of a range of inclusive outdoor activity programmes both on and off site Maintain a full understanding of BFA’s Health & Safety policies and to understand and practice dynamic risk assessment of all activities Motivate & enthuse clients Set boundaries and impose consequences should they be exceeded Challenge and manage anti-social behaviour Adapt level of challenge to needs and capabilities of participants To meet the needs of each individual with a focus on inclusive participation To demonstrate a clear understanding of safeguarding and equal opportunities To support the delivery of Via Ferrata Cornwall CIC as and when requested

Administration:

Completion of all documentation relating to client groups/programmes Accurate submission of timesheets and monitoring of all internal communications Completion of equipment logs and safety checks Complete in a timely fashion work relating to the apprenticeship set by the apprentice training partner including evidencing work, course work, acting on feedback from mentors or trainers and all other work required for the successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Other

Due to the varied and ever-changing nature of operations at BF Adventure you may be required to undertake additional roles, responsibilities and tasks* as necessary to facilitate the smooth running of activities *(within your level of experience, training and capability)

BF Adventure is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We can only accept applications through our application form and the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Personal Specification

Experience and Skills

This position is for people with very limited experience of instructing Outdoor Activities and as such has no minimum experiential requirements. There is a high expectation that individuals have a level of interpersonal skills relevant to personal development and interacting with people with the potential that over time they would be able to lead and be responsible for groups of people participating in outdoor activities. With this in mind, here is a list of attributes essential to the position:

A commitment and enthusiasm for the vision of BF Adventure and high standards of service provision. Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organisation Anticipates, understands and responds to the needs of clients and volunteers. Able to work effectively under pressure including the ability to prioritise own workload in a team setting The ability and willingness to work flexible hours Proactive team player with good communications skills Approachable, open and flexible Impress with your enthusiasm for the outdoors Commitment to personal development Self-aware and able to reflect Good sense of humor Non-discriminatory

Personal Characteristics

Commitment to BFA mission statement, objectives and values The ability and willingness to work flexible hours

 

Training:

Outdoor activity instructor Level 3 (A level)

Work based training at BF Adventure

Training Outcome:

Scope for seasonal/full time positions upon completion

Employer Description:
BF Adventure is a charity that aims to support children and young people on a journey of positive change.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 8;30am to 16:30pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness