Background information on Kingswood Group
If you're looking for the adventure of a lifetime and a chance to work towards recognised outdoor industry qualifications, inspiring children to learn through having fun, then Kingswood could be the place for you!
So who are we?Kingswood is one of the UK's leading providers of residential educational school trips to schools and colleges from across the UK and Europe. Every year we recruit over 300 enthusiastic young people to work at our 9 Educational Activity Centres around the UK and Northern France.
What's the job like?We're all about inspiring children to learn through having fun, we call it "learning in action". You will feel what it is like to make the difference in a child's life when they maybe don't even recognise it - when a child is having so much fun they don't realise they're learning control technology in the ICT lab, or that they've just perfectly demonstrated team leadership, team-working and negotiation when they led their group in the problem solving exercise. Or maybe they tested their stamina andcoordination, increased their self-confidence and gained the respect of their classmates because they made it to the top of the climbing wall first.No experience is necessary, just a passion for wanting to work with children and inspiring them to learn in the outdoors.
Are you eligible?Unfortunately not everyone can join this fantastic pparenticeship scheme. The scheme is government funded and regulations are set by the Learning Skills Council (LSC) which determines who we can and can’t accept.The main criteria are:• You must be aged between 18-24yrs• You must be an EU citizen and have lived within the EU for the last 3 years.• You must not already have an NVQ level 2 in Activity Leadership or Sport Recreation• You must not hold an NVQ Level 3 or above qualification.• You must not have a degree, HND, HNC or be studying towards a degree
What we offer youA year to remember & possibilities of great career progression and the opportunity to be a role model to many children! Our Instructor Development Programme is theperfect starting-point for you if you're considering a career in the outdoor education & leisure industry and will provide you with an Apprenticeship inSport and Recreation gaining externally recognised qualifications and an NVQ level 2 in Activity Leadership. In a single year, we aim to give our Instructors more than just a long list of qualifications. We also want you to achieve a degree of life experience that will equip you for the years ahead.You will be paid a monthly training allowance and rovided with accommodation and food. Food is free of charge! So overall, you’ll get food and accommodation and around £275 per month paid into your bank account. Not everyone will be up to the task – that’s why we’re looking for really enthusiastic people who want to make a difference. You will not only learn how to do things that not so long ago you wouldn’thave thought possible – you will also discover how to inspire, thrill and motivate young minds to do the same.
The Kingswood lifestyleLife on centre is unlike anything else you will experience. It's a million miles away from a 9 to 5 job and requires boundless energy, commitment and dedication but can be immensely rewarding. Our staff work hard and play hard, there is a strong social element and a "family" environment. During our busy periods, everyone works around the clock and during quieter holiday periods there is the opportunity to catch up sleep, holidays, family and that all important training. You will meet like-minded people from all backgrounds and many walks of life and make friends for life. You will learn new skills and abilities, build your confidence and discover a great deal about yourself - fantastic grounding that will prepare you for a career progressing with us, within the industry or whatever path you later choose to take.
Great OutdoorsKingswood operates 9 centres, 3 of which are coastal locations. There's something for everyone - whether you like rural life, living by the sea or near busy towns! We even have a Centre in France so our fully trained instructors have an exciting opportunity to venture further afield. Whichever centre you're based at, it will become your "home away from home". Accommodation varies from larger student halls types of residencesto smaller houses. Accommodation is either centre-based or close by. Rooms are simplyfurnished but comfortable and in most cases shared. All our centres have dining halls, which provide three hot meals a day every day of the week.
Staff UniformKingswood provides your daytime uniform as well as wet weather gear, laundry and first aid services. The majority of the uniform is supplied free of charge however, we make a charge of £60 towards unbranded arctic jackets which you are able to keep at the end of your apprenticeship. These monies are deducted from wages during your first few months.We are currently looking for people to attend our assessment weekends in the comingmonths – interested? Click on the job advert to apply.