Activity Leaders - Hampshire
Calshot Activities Centre
Location: Calshot, Hampshire
Salary: £24,027 - £24,348
Closing date: 3011/25
Activity Leaders at Calshot Activities Centre
Salary Range: £24,027 - £24,348 per annum plus evening and weekend enhancements
Work Location: Calshot Activities Centre, Calshot
Hours per week: Average of 37
Contract Type: Temporary until 31 October 2026
Closing Date: 30 November 2025
Interview Date: w/c 8 December 2025
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Activity Leaders to join our team at Calshot Activities Centre, part of Hampshire Outdoor Centres.
Are you looking for a rewarding and varied role in a friendly and supportive environment, with the chance to make a real impact on young people’s lives through outdoor learning?
Calshot Activities Centre is one of six centres operated by Hampshire Outdoor Centres, known for delivering high-quality outdoor education across Hampshire and Wales. We’re proud of our reputation for excellence, professionalism, and operating to the highest standards.
The Role:
As an Activity Leader at Calshot, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering meaningful outdoor learning experiences. You’ll primarily work with school groups, supporting their personal development through immersive, group-based activities. Wherever possible, our instructors follow a group throughout their stay, building rapport and delivering a wide range of land and water-based sessions.
This is a fixed-term contract starting in March 2026, with genuine opportunities to progress into full-time, permanent roles within Hampshire Outdoor Centres.
What you’ll do:
- Deliver engaging outdoor activities that promote teamwork, confidence, and personal growth.
- Support school groups throughout their residential experience, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Teach a variety of land and water-based activities, depending on your skills and qualifications.
- Contribute to the centre’s commitment to high standards of safety, professionalism, and educational value.
What we’re looking for:
- Enthusiastic and motivated individuals who believe in the value of outdoor learning
- A minimum of one relevant NGB instructor qualification (e.g. watersports, climbing, skiing, etc.).
- Experience working in an outdoor centre with some teaching or instructional background.
- Skills in any activity offered at our centres are advantageous. We also welcome applicants with broad outdoor experience and a passion for teaching.
Why join us?
- Be part of a supportive and professional team with a shared passion for outdoor education.
- Opportunities for career progression within Hampshire Outdoor Centres.
- Comprehensive induction and training programme.
- A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
Additional Information:
Seasonal Activity Leader Candidate Pack
Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:
Doug Reid, Senior Instructor on [email protected] or call Calshot Activities Centre on 023 8089 2077
Online Application: Seasonal Activity Leader Job Details | Shared Services Partnership