Location
Danson Park Watersports Centre, Welling, set in a picturesque 180 acre park environment in Danson Park, Bexleyheath.
Hours
Casual post with most work during school holidays, evenings and Saturdays.
Salary
£33,987 per annum (pro rata)
About the Role
Danson Park Watersports Centre is a busy lake-based multi-activity centre. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic and capable coaching staff to join our friendly, expanding team. This includes both newly qualified instructors and those with more experience. You will be responsible for delivering watersports coaching in line with national governing body guidelines and standards to a range of adult and youth customers. Alongside teaching your respective watersports, you will handle customer enquiries, maintain high standards of facility and equipment, plan sessions, and set up and pack away watersports equipment, sessions, and facilities. Appointment to this post will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Interviews are scheduled to be held in November.
Benefits
Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough offering a blend of city life and tranquil surroundings. The borough features award-winning parks, excellent transport connections including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25, and a range of amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, shopping areas, and educational institutions. We offer a competitive salary, coaching and mentoring programmes, an excellent pension scheme, and generous annual leave plus bank holidays.
Experience
Applicants must hold the RYA Dinghy Sailing Instructor Award and/or BC Paddlesports Instructor Award. Both newly qualified and experienced instructors are welcome to apply.
About you
Enthusiastic and capable coaching staff who are committed to delivering high-quality watersports coaching and customer service. Ability to work flexibly during school holidays, evenings, and weekends is essential.
Qualifications
Must hold relevant watersports instructor qualifications as stated. Appointment subject to Enhanced DBS check. For full essential and desirable criteria, please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description.
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