Thriftwood International Scout Campsite is one of the UK’s premier Campsites and Activity Centres. Open for Scouting, Guiding & other Organised Youth Groups. Camping, Residentials and Activity Days.
Are you ready to kickstart your career in the outdoors? Thriftwood are looking for enthusiastic Apprentices to join their team!
The Scout campsite and activity centre is based in 96 acres of private woodland which is a 10 min walk to Brentwood town and train station and a 20 minute train journey to central London.
As an Apprentice Activity Instructor, you will:
- Deliver exciting land and water-based activities for participants aged 6 and up
- Lead everything from taster sessions to progressive courses
- Live and work on-site as part of a friendly team of apprentices and volunteers
- Be based at a woodland campsite and activity centre, surrounded by nature
- Enjoy the convenience of being close to local amenities and a National Rail line
A fantastic opportunity to gain experience, develop your skills, and start your journey in the outdoor industry!
On completion of your apprenticeship, you’ll be well-placed to take the next step in your outdoor career. Many Apprentices progress into seasonal instructor roles at Thriftwood, or move on to opportunities at other centres within Scouting or across the wider outdoor learning sector.
The apprenticeship will involve delivering land and water activities to a wide range of customers from aged 6 upwards. Instructors deliver taster sessions through to progression courses.
Apprentices will live on-site as part of a team of apprentices and volunteers.
Day to day duties:
- Preparing activity sessions.
- Delivering activity sessions.
- Assisting in the running of the centre, facilitating the customer’s needs.
- Checking and maintaining equipment.
- Cleaning and preparing residential facilities.
- Site maintenance
Qualifications & Skills:
Essential –
- Flexibility
- Team player
Desirable –
- GCSE grade C in English & Maths
- Willing to learn
- Enthusiastic
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship
Contract length: 13 months
Pay: £7.55 per hour
Benefits:
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 11/10/2025