Dinghy Instructor

Rockley is recruiting seasonal Dinghy Instructors for its Poole-based watersports centres, Rockley Point and Poole Park Lake. You will teach groups of all abilities, from school and uniformed groups to families and individuals, as part of a supportive team.

The role:

• Deliver engaging, high-quality instruction to groups of all abilities
• Teach a variety of watersports activities under the guidance of the Senior Team
• Plan and run safe, effective sessions in line with NGB guidelines
• Follow Rockley's safety procedures and safeguard the welfare of children and young people
• Carry out equipment checks and maintain safety cover
• Support evening entertainment sessions as needed
• Help with general centre duties such as kitchen help, cleaning, night duty and wash-up supervision

What's on offer:

• Competitive seasonal salary paid every 4 weeks
• 5-day working week
• Subsidised accommodation and meals while clients are on centre
• Free Rockley training (with a training contract)
• Uniform provided
• Free use of equipment in your downtime
• 40% staff discount in the onsite café
• Discounts available for family members (T&Cs apply)

• RYA Dinghy Instructor (essential)
• Experience working within a team
• Experience working with young people
• Experience in an activity centre environment preferred
• Strong customer-service skills and the ability to motivate and inspire
• Desirable, with training possibly provided: BC Paddlesport Instructor, RYA Powerboat Instructor, RYA Multihull Instructor, RYA Advanced Instructor, BSUPA Instructor, RYA Windsurf Instructor
• Enhanced DBS desirable (can be obtained)