Instructor, Barcaple

Join us

People from all walks of life have joined the Abernethy family to serve God through great hospitality and exciting outdoor adventure. We look after our guests with love, care, warmth and enthusiasm. Our communities at Barcaple and Nethy Bridge are wonderful places to serve, live and develop. A vibrant and friendly team, lovely locations, great facilities and a meaningful mission make Abernethy a special place to be.

Who should apply?

We are looking for a committed Christian who is able to lead people in the outdoors. We are seeking an Outdoor Instructor who can deliver a safe, exciting and meaningful adventure programme in line with our mission. You will have worked in the outdoor adventure sector and will be passionate about the connection between outdoor learning and the journey of the Christian faith.

The role – key tasks

· To be a team member, participating in the general running of the Centre, specifically instructing in the Outdoor Education programme to promote the Christian faith in line with goals and vision of the Trust.

· To participate as directed with instruction in outdoor activities.

· To ensure that proper safety precautions are operating within the group under instruction.

· To assist with the maintenance of the outdoor education equipment.

· To be responsible for particular areas of activity, equipment or storage as allocated from time-to-time.

· To take part in training as required, ensuring that the appropriate standards are upheld.

· To ensure that evidence of current experience and competence in outdoor activities is recorded in an up to date logbook.

· To ensure professional and skills development is maintained and developed through further logged practical experience, attending courses, reading and reflection all in one’s own time.

· To ensure that a continuity of the Centre’s spiritual programme is maintained while a group is taking part in activity programmes.

· To help with the supervision of the Centre and its guests: assisting with spiritual, social and recreational programmes as required.

Essential Requirements

· Motivated and enthusiastic

· Minimum qualifications: RCI, ML(Summer), Canoe Leader, MBLA2, D1, First Aid, Duke of Edinburgh Assessor. You do not need to have all of these, but a combination of several will be expected.

· It is a genuine occupational requirement that the holder of this post is a practising Christian whose lifestyle is consistent with the values and doctrine of the Christian faith

· As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant will be required to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Scheme and the appointment will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Scheme Disclosure

Desirable

· Full Driving License including D1

What we can offer you

· Monthly salary

· Full-board single accommodation provided, if required

· Paid annual leave (30 days per annum, inclusive of bank holidays)

· Use of Centre facilities including outdoor equipment.

· Opportunities to take an active role within the life of our local church and Christian youth work

· Living as part of a vibrant Christian community in a beautiful part of Scotland

· Opportunity for personal training and development

· Weekly Team Fellowship on a Wednesday evening

· Very favourable rates for family on most Abernethy holidays and camps

· Participation in our annual 3 day Team Gathering

· Living and serving in beautiful Dumfries and Galloway, with fabulous mountain bike trails nearby and easy access to the magnificent beaches of the Solway Coast.

Good to know

We cannot accept overseas applications for this role unless you have the right to work in the UK. If you would like to volunteer with us via the Temporary Worker – Charity worker visa route then please complete the International Volunteer application form. More information on the Temporary Worker – Charity worker visa can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/temporary-worker-charity-worker-visa

Interested?

Please prayerfully consider whether this role may be right for you. For an informal chat about the role please contact Dave Crudgington, on 01557 820 261 during office hours. If you feel you are the person we are looking for, please complete the on-line application form.