Seasonal Instructor - Peaks
Mount Cook Adventure Centre
Location: English Peaks
Salary: £13.88 per Hr, £27,066 FTE accom poss
Closes: 7/12/26
Seasonal Instructor at Mount Cook
Hr week (part time roles available)
Salary: £13.88 per Hr, £27,066 FTE - Uplift in April 2027 TBC
Closing date for applications: 7th December
Interview date: 17th December
Contract from Jan 2027 – Nov 2027
About the role
Mount Cook is looking for seasonal instructors for 2027 (Full time & part time).
Activity Instructors play a key role at Mount Cook in promoting personal development, teamwork, and enjoyment through outdoor learning and challenge. Activity Instructors are required to deliver safe, engaging, high-quality activities and learning experiences to a wide range of client groups, while representing the Mount Cook values of customer service, professionalism and inclusion.
The ideal candidate has experience of providing adventurous outdoor activities and a good understanding of the developmental benefits of outdoor education.
Key responsibilities include:
- Plan and deliver a wide range of high-quality activity sessions and learning experiences, tailored to suit the needs, age, and ability of participants
- Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with centre policies, risk assessments, and industry best practices.
- Complete safety checks, set up, and pack down activities as required
- Maintain safety standards and monitor participant wellbeing during activities.
Desirable qualifications
- High Ropes Course Instructor
- Climbing Wall Instructor (or higher)
- Archery Instructor
- Lowland Leader (or higher)
- Bushcraft Award
Additional Information
- This role may involve working irregular hours including evenings, weekends, overnights and Bank Holidays when required.
- Uniform provided
- Ongoing training and development opportunities may be offered
- Meals provided during a qualifying shift unless otherwise notified
About Mount Cook
We are based on the southern edge of the Peak District with great access to climbing, caving and mountain biking. If you have a passion for working in the outdoors, if you have an enthusiasm for outdoor learning and you have the skills & experience to pass that onto young people and adults safely and want to work for a great organisation then get in touch with your CV and a cover letter explaining why you want to work for us.
Access to nearby accommodation is available if required.
To apply send a CV to [email protected]
Or call 01629 823 702 for more information.