Climbing Instructor

What you'll be doing

• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate climbing sessions for Year 10 students, catering to different abilities and levels of experience
• Support young people to develop climbing techniques, confidence, teamwork and resilience.
• Provide appropriate instruction, supervision and guidance to ensure the safe use of the climbing wall.
• Carry out necessary safety checks of climbing equipment, including ropes, harnesses and belay systems.
• Ensure climbing equipment is set up, maintained, stored and secured appropriately.
• Work collaboratively with Legacy staff and The BRIT School team to deliver a positive experience for students.
• Follow Legacy's safeguarding, health and safety and equality policies, reporting any concerns or incidents appropriately and the Brit School’s ‘Hands On’ policy

What we're looking for

We're keen to hear from people who:

• Hold a relevant climbing instructor qualification that permits them to supervise and instruct on an indoor climbing wall.
• Have experience delivering climbing activities, ideally with children or young people.
• Are confident supporting groups with different abilities, including beginners.
• Have a positive, encouraging and inclusive approach to working with young people.
• Understand the importance of safeguarding, risk assessments and safe climbing practices.
• Can commit to regular Wednesday sessions during The BRIT School's term time.

We welcome enquiries from applicants with different climbing qualifications and experience. Please tell us about your qualifications when applying so we can assess their suitability for our climbing wall and the programme.

About Legacy Youth Zone

Legacy Youth Zone is an award-winning youth charity based in the heart of Croydon, providing a safe, inspiring and inclusive space for young people aged 8–19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs.

Open seven days a week, Legacy offers young people opportunities to discover new interests, develop skills, build friendships and reach their potential through sports, arts, music, employability and youth work programmes.

Pay: £35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 1.5 per week

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person