Outdoor Activity Instructor (Group Leader)
Maes y Nant, near Wrexham, North Wales
Next start date: 5th January 2027
We recruit year-round and welcome applications for future start dates.
Why Robinwood?
Industry-leading Employer
Want a job where you actually make a difference - and have fun doing it?
At Robinwood, you won’t just be running activities, you will be helping children grow in confidence, build friendships, and create memories that last a lifetime.
We are looking for energetic, outgoing people to join our team as Group Leaders at our Maes y Nant centre.
What you will be doing as a Group Leader:
Over a 3-day residential course, you will lead a group of key stage 2 children through a range of fun, adventure and themed activities.
But it’s more than that, you will:
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Build confidence in children aged 7–11
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Encourage teamwork and resilience
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Bring sessions to life through storytelling and energy
No two days are the same, and the impact you make is real.
What you will get:
- £13.45 per hour (increasing to £13.85 per hour following successful completion of your 6-month probation period)
Plus:
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Paid Breaks
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Permanent, year-round contract
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Free meals on shift
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Profit-related tax-free bonus
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House purchase assistance scheme
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12 weeks off a year (including August and Christmas)
All Group Leaders start on a 4-day working week (30 HPW)
Having completed your probation there are opportunities to gain further responsibilities and pay increments. You can also move to working either a 3-day week or a 5-day week, subject to availability at your centre.
We use an annualised hours system to ensure that you receive a consistent monthly wage, regardless of differences in your monthly work hours.
As a Real Living Wage Employer, our starting pay rates increase in May each year in line with the Real Living Wage increase.
Training & Development
No prior instructor experience needed, we will train you.
Gain nationally recognised qualifications in:
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Archery
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First Aid
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Paddle Sports
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Climbing
…plus a catalogue of courses available, including Autism Awareness, Child Mental Health Training and many more.
Wellbeing Focused
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At least 2 consecutive days off per week
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Fixed timetable patterns (published 4 weeks in advance)
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Structured support from your manager
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Strong work-life balance
What we are looking for
You don’t need to be an expert, but you do need to be:
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Positive, enthusiastic, and engaging
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Experienced working with children (paid or voluntary)
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Confident leading groups
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A natural storyteller or motivator
Ready to apply?
If you want a career where you can have fun, build skills, and genuinely make an impact, we would love to hear from you
