Freelance Instructors - Yorkshire
TAO Activities
Location: Yorkshire
Salary: from £18 and £24ph
Freelance Lead Instructor and Freelance Assistant Instructor at TAO Activities
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Join one of the fastest-growing therapeutic outdoor Alternative Provisions in the region.
TAO Activities is expanding rapidly across multiple local authorities and we are looking for passionate, adventurous and therapeutic-minded staff to grow with us.
This is an opportunity to work within a highly respected outdoor Alternative Provision supporting vulnerable young people through relationships, adventure, mentoring and real-world experiences.
Unlike many traditional education settings, no two days are the same. Sessions may include climbing, bushcraft, canoeing, mountain biking, walking, mentoring, outdoor projects and therapeutic activities designed to help young people re-engage with education and life.
We are particularly looking for staff who:
• Naturally build strong relationships with young people
• Stay calm under pressure
• Enjoy the outdoors and active working environments
• Want meaningful work that genuinely changes lives
• Prefer practical, relationship-based work over classroom-only approaches
• Want flexibility alongside other work or commitments
TAO has supported many staff in progressing into careers including teaching, youth work, therapeutic services, policing and outdoor education leadership.
We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards, strong safeguarding culture and a supportive team environment while still retaining the personality, flexibility and adventurous nature that makes outdoor Alternative Provision unique.
TAO Activities are currently recruiting to expand our freelance instructor team due to significant business growth.
We are seeking professional, reliable and enthusiastic staff to fulfil one or both of the following roles within our session structure:
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FREELANCE LEAD INSTRUCTOR
Rate of Pay: From £24.00+ per hour depending on qualifications and experience, plus reasonable agreed expenses.
Typical Session Hours: 09:00–14:30 during term time.
Essential Requirements:
• Minimum of 3 relevant NGB qualifications
• Full driving licence
• Access to a suitable personal vehicle
• Experience working with young people within education, outdoor education or youth provision • Strong communication and professional boundary skills
Highly Desirable:
• Experience working with SEND, SEMH and complex needs
• Trauma-informed practice experience
• Behaviour support experience
• Knowledge of safeguarding within Alternative Provision
Role Responsibilities Include:
• Delivering safe, engaging and therapeutic outdoor sessions
• Working in line with EHCPs, placement aims and individual support plans
• Dynamic risk assessment and safe session management
• Supporting young people with emotional regulation and resilience
• Recording progress, incidents and session information professionally
• Liaising with schools, professionals and parents where appropriate
• Maintaining professional standards and safeguarding responsibilities at all times
• Acting as a positive role model for young people in line with EHCPs, placement aims and individual support plans
• Dynamic risk assessment and safe session management
• Supporting young people with emotional regulation and resilience
• Recording progress, incidents and session information professionally
• Liaising with schools, professionals and parents where appropriate
• Maintaining professional standards and safeguarding responsibilities at all times
• Acting as a positive role model for young people
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FREELANCE ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
Rate of Pay: From £18.00+ per hour depending on experience.
Typical Session Hours: 09:00–14:30 during term time.
Essential Requirements:
• Full driving licence
• Access to a suitable vehicle
• Reliable, professional and able to work as part of a team
Desirable:
• NGB qualifications
• Experience working with young people
• Experience within SEND, SEMH or outdoor education
This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain valuable experience within outdoor education, Alternative Provision and therapeutic practice.
The role may particularly suit:
• Students
• Part-time workers
• Outdoor instructors
• Youth workers
• Teaching assistants
• Individuals considering careers in teaching, youth justice, social care, policing or therapeutic services
This is a responsible role supporting vulnerable young people in outdoor and community-based environments.
Role Responsibilities Include:
• Supporting lead instructors during outdoor sessions
• Assisting with behaviour support and engagement
• Helping maintain safe practice during activities
• Supporting positive relationships and communication
• Assisting with session setup, organisation and transport where required
Many previous assistant instructors have successfully progressed into careers including teaching, policing, youth work and psychotherapy.
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SAFER RECRUITMENT
TAO Activities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All appointments are subject to:
• Enhanced DBS checks
• Safer recruitment procedures
• Suitable references
• Right to work checks
• Safeguarding expectations and professional conduct requirements
All staff are expected to follow TAO policies and procedures including safeguarding, behaviour management, lone working, professional boundaries and incident reporting.
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT
TAO Activities can provide support with:
• CPD opportunities
• Outdoor qualifications
• Therapeutic practice development
• Experience building within Alternative Provision
• Outdoor equipment and apparel
APPLYING
If you are interested in joining the team, please contact: [email protected]
Please include:
• Your CV
• A short introduction about yourself
• Relevant qualifications and experience
• Which role(s) you are interested in
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