Outdoor Activities Instructor Job Descriptions |
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| Outdoor activities instructors (sometimes
called outdoor pursuits instructors) lead people on outdoor
activity sessions and trips, or instruct them in a wide range
of outdoor activities, such as hill walking, climbing, orienteering,
abseiling and canoeing. As an outdoor activities instructor you could provide: · activities to help people enjoy their leisure time · self-development activities, for example as part of team-building training organised by companies for their staff · Courses for youth, social and probation services, for example to provide positive experiences for disadvantaged or disaffected young people. Your work would include: · planning and preparing activities to suit the needs, abilities and experience of each group · giving briefings, advice and demonstrations to participants · instructing in one or more specialist area, such as sailing or climbing · making sure all equipment and facilities are safe · instructing participants in safety procedures · Checking weather conditions, assessing hazards and managing risks.
Key Skills · a high level of competence in the activities you will be leading · the ability to lead and manage groups of people · the ability to give clear instructions and explanations · good organisational skills · patience and the ability to inspire confidence and encourage participants · calmness in difficult or dangerous situations · a responsible attitude and awareness of health and safety · the ability to relate well to people of all ages and from all backgrounds · The ability to deal with challenging behaviour when necessary. |
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