Instructor

Job Description

Do you love being outdoors and helping others discover adventure on the water and in the woods? If you do, you could be part of our instructor team at Buzz Active, delivering unforgettable outdoor experiences across three stunning East Sussex locations.

As an Activity Instructor with Buzz Active, you’ll help people of all ages experience the outdoors through a range of land and water-based activities. You’ll deliver high-quality sessions, maintain equipment, and support group experiences from day visits to residential stays. Depending on your qualifications, you could be teaching sailing or paddle sports, leading climbing or archery sessions, or helping with our residential adventure programmes.

You’ll be part of a supportive, passionate team delivering outdoor learning to schools, youth groups and the public.

Full and peak season contracts are available:
Full; 22 March 2027 - 03 October 2027
Peak; 31 May 2027 - 05 September 2027

We are looking for candidates who:

• Hold relevant RYA, British Canoeing or land-based instructional qualifications (e.g. Archery GB, Climbing Wall Instructor).
• Have a valid First Aid qualification.
• Enjoy working outdoors with young people and diverse groups.
• Can work flexibly across weekends and evenings.
• Have a positive, team-focused attitude and a passion for helping others learn new skills.
  

Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.

When writing your supporting statement, be sure to address the contract you’re interested in (Full/Peak) and how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work, volunteering, education or personal experiences.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page.

For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI.

Interviews will take place in person at our Eastbourne site on Royal Parade during the weeks beginning 02 or 09 November 2026. If you are unavailable on these dates, let us know and we may be able to offer an alternative date.

Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.

Buzz Active operates from three unique outdoor centres in East Sussex — Eastbourne Beach for sailing and windsurfing, Cuckmere Valley for paddle sports, and Bushy Wood for land-based and residential adventures. Working with us gives you the chance to develop your skills across disciplines, gain additional qualifications, and make a real difference in outdoor education.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact the Buzz Active Management Team on 01323 463300.

For sharing your expertise — Choose East Sussex.

“I thoroughly enjoyed my season at Buzz. Having variety across three sites allowed me to develop as an instructor and work with a great bunch of people.”
— Josh Evans, former Buzz Active Instructor

About us

Additional Information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.