Instructor

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 youll help people of all ages experience the outdoors through a range of land and water-based activities. Youll 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.

Youll 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 youre 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.

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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 pagefor 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 .

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