This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic outdoor learning and adventure environment, supporting land‑, water‑ and aerial‑based activities while contributing to the growth of an inclusive, vibrant campus community.

About the Role

As an Outdoor Activity Supervisor, you will play a key role in the safe, effective and inspiring operation of our outdoor activity facilities, including the aerial tower, water bodies, and extensive activity zones. You will:

• Supervise and support the delivery of our outdoor multi‑activity programmes.
• Lead on either staff training and deployment, equipment and maintenance or activity systems and risk management. 
• Prepare and deliver the annual training plan for part‑time instructors and maintain up‑to‑date competence records.
• Coordinate, record and undertake statutory inspections, equipment testing, risk assessments and safety documentation.
• Mentor students undertaking placements and help enhance their employability.
• Support commercial bookings, events, and community engagement initiatives.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative working culture across Lakeside and the wider University.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in an outdoor environment, enjoys developing people, and can work calmly and confidently under pressure.

What We’re Looking For

We would love to hear from you if you can demonstrate:

• A relevant outdoor activity or qualification/degree and at least three years’ of similar industry experience.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage daily operations, events and staffing rotas efficiently.
• Experience supervising activity staff or facilitators in a safe, structured environment.
• Applied knowledge of Health & Safety, safeguarding, risk management and industry compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence responding to incidents, emergencies, and operational challenges.
• Strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft systems and digital booking/rota tools.

Desirable attributes include higher‑level outdoor qualifications, a clean driving licence, and/or additional H&S certifications.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the chance to make a genuine impact on student development and community engagement within a supportive team that values professionalism, collaboration and high‑quality outdoor experiences. You will also benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and the ability to influence the continued growth of our Lakeside provision.

Informal queries regarding this role are welcomed and should be directed towards Robert Delahay (Lakeside Campus Manager) via email at R.delahay@worc.ac.uk. 

Please note that this post does not meet the minimum salary requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post who will require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Closing Date: 27 Mar 2026

Sub Department: Professional Services

Salary: £26,707 to £30,378