Looking for a rewarding role where each day you will help young people build skills for life and create lasting memories, or, simply love outdoor activities and want to share your passion and inspire others?

During an apprenticeship at Avon Tyrrell outdoor centre, you will learn how to instruct a wide range of outdoor activities from climbing and canoeing, to bushcraft and environmental education, and gain experience of working with a wide range of groups and individuals.

Experience and Qualifications

No previous experience is required but candidates should:

• enjoy working with young people

• be able to communicate effectively

• be willing to learn

• be prepared to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, and be outside in all weathers

• have a minimum of grade C/4 (or equivalent) in GCSE English and maths; or be willing to complete relevant functional skills tests.

• be over 18 by 1 December 2024

• have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake a full enhanced DBS check

  What to expect?

During your apprenticeship you will have a designated mentor to help you with your learning and technical training. As well as lots of onsite training and qualifications you will have the opportunity to gain a selection of national governing body and apprentice qualifications to equip you for a career in the outdoor industry.

More information about what a day in the life of an apprentice can be found on our website but the main duties are listed below. 

Main Duties

• Lead a variety of inspirational, safe, high-quality outdoor learning sessions and provide high levels of customer care

• Help maintain standards by carrying out maintenance of equipment and activity bases

• Meet deadlines associated with the apprenticeship programme and engage in all learning opportunities

 About UK Youth

 UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives.  We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes.

We offer a competitive range of benefits including:

 • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Free onsite accommodation in your first year

• Meals whilst working

• Personalised training and development plans

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to inclusivity, and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce. Our selection procedures ensure that people are treated based on their relevant merits, experience, skills, and abilities and that no individual receives more or less favourable treatment.