Senior Instructor, Barcaple

Senior Outdoor Instructor | Abernethy Barcaple

Full time, permanent contract, live-in (where required)

Location: Abernethy Barcaple, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire, DG7 2AP

Start Date: Immediate

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 a Senior 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 assist the Chief Instructor and deputise in their absence
• To instruct resident groups
• To assist with programme wiring and implementation
• To be involved in the development of new and existing activities
• Contribute to the development of programmes offered by Abernethy, including John Muir and DofE
• Supervise and assist with the maintenance of outdoor equipment and inventory
• To be the Centre’s designated link with A Rocha and develop our relationship with them
• Contribute fully to the spiritual life of the centre including “Explore”, morning reading and weekly team fellowship

Essential Requirements

• Qualifications: RCI, ML(Summer), PSL, MTBL L2, BASI L1, RYA Dinghy Instructor, Archery GB Instructor. You do not need to have all of these, but a combination of several will be expected. 

Desirable

• Qualification: SSS Alpine L2, RCDI, Winter ML, MTBL L3, Paddlesports coach in a Moderate Water environment, RYA Dinghy SI, Duke of Edinburgh Assessor. 
• D1 qualification on your driving license
• Experience of managing a team

Good to know

• 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
• 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

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. 

Interested?

If you feel you are the person we are looking for, please complete an application form. For further information call 01479 818 005.