Assistant Outdoor Instructor / Tutor
| Posting date: | 02 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,810 to £26,302 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Excellent Plus Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 March 2026 |
| Location: | Betws-y-coed, Conwy, LL24 0HB |
| Company: | Field Studies Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1180884 |
Summary
Get Outdoors. Inspire Others. Make a Difference.
Join Field Studies Council Rhyd-y-Creuau as a Seasonal Assistant Instructor / Tutor and help people connect with nature while gaining hands-on experience in outdoor education.
Why this role is great for you:
- £17,857 per season (equivalent to £23,810 per annum FTE) + excellent benefits, including life assurance 5 x your salary and health & wellbeing support.
- Effective 1 April 2026 the actual salary will increase to £18,588 per season (equivalent to £24,785 per annum FTE)
- Permanent seasonal contract – based on an average 37.5 hours per week during the core season (normally February to October)
- Enjoy your winter months off pursuing other interests, knowing you have a job to come back to
- We have accommodation available during the season, so you could live and work in a stunning location with Eryri / Snowdonia adventures on your doorstep
Love where you work!
Established in 1943, our network of Learning Locations provides day and residential outdoor education courses for all ages. We aim to create outstanding opportunities for everyone to learn about nature.
We value each of our team members and understand that every role is vital to deliver our mission, so, we provide great benefits* to reward and support you while you work with us.
What you’ll be doing
- Supporting outdoor learning experiences that develop confidence, teamwork, and environmental awareness.
- Assisting with curriculum-linked fieldwork in Geography and Biology.
- Maintaining equipment, vehicles, and learning spaces to high standards.
- Contributing to centre duties, including welcoming groups, issuing equipment, and supporting independent courses.
- Reflecting on feedback to help improve the quality of our Adventure Learning programmes.
- Your weekly hours will vary across the season, with more during busy periods and fewer in quieter weeks.
Where you’ll be based
Rhyd‑y‑Creuau sits in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, surrounded by rugged peaks, quiet wooded valleys, and the dramatic coastline of North Wales. It’s a place where days begin with the sound of the river running through the grounds and the landscape around you invites exploration and discovery.
Our 2.2‑hectare estate blends natural beauty with hands‑on learning spaces: woodland trails, a biodiversity garden, ponds and streams, a campfire circle, and open areas for team challenges and fieldwork. Working here means inspiring learners in one of Wales’s most striking landscapes, where the outdoors isn’t just scenery; it’s your classroom, your toolkit, and your daily source of adventure.
Who we’re looking for
- Enthusiastic, proactive, and adaptable individuals who love being outdoors.
- Experience or a keen interest in environmental and adventurous activities.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with learners of all ages and abilities.
- Full driving licence with a willingness to drive our vehicles when required.
- A commitment to personal development and learning new skills.
- Desirable but not essential: NGB outdoor activity qualifications (ML, RCI, BCU Paddlesport) or a degree in Science, Geography, Environmental Studies, Outdoor Education or a related discipline.
Sound like the role for you? Apply today and start inspiring people in the great outdoors!
We look forward to your application.
* Your benefits whilst working with us will include:
- Quality learning and development opportunities
- Pro rata of 28 days annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
- Extra loyalty days dependent on length of service
- Life assurance 5 x your salary
- Health and Wellbeing Support App
- Second opinions from top doctors
- 24hr Counselling Helpline Service
- Cycle to work and EV schemes
- Reward programme with discounts and cashback opportunities
- Flexible working options where roles permit
The closing date for receipt of your completed application is Friday 13th March 2026
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we’re in receipt of sufficient applications. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Interviews are scheduled to take place at Field Studies Council Rhyd-y-Creuau on Wednesday 18th March 2026
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all team members to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will only be confirmed following the successful completion of rigorous pre-employment checks, including appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks
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Gellir darparu fersiwn Gymraeg o'n pecyn swyddi gwag hefyd ar gais. Anfonwch e-bost i recruitment@field-studies-council.org gyda'ch cais a byddwn yn anelu gysylltu â chi cyn gynted â phosibl.
A Welsh version of our vacancy pack can also be provided on request. Please email recruitment@field-studies-council.org your request and we will aim to get back to you as soon as possible.
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