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RECRUITMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT MOUNT COOK
WHY WORK AT MOUNT COOK?
Work in a small close knit team in a fun, lively environment. You'll have opportunities to meet likeminded people and make an impact on the wonderful groups who come to us.
"All staff were amazing - right from the moment I enquired about availability to the moment were were waved off down the driveway."
Joseph Leckie School, March 2023
Handy Person
Pay:
£28-30K per annum FTE – Dependant on experience
Hours:
Between 12 - 16 hours per week
Contract:
Part-time or Self-employed
Closing Date:
October 15th
About the role
We're looking for a reliable, practical Handy Person to join our friendly team, helping with general maintenance, repairs, and improvement work across the site. The role suits someone with a good all-round skill set and a can-do attitude — plumbing and joinery skills would be particularly useful, along with the ability to work safely and independently to a good standard.
We can be flexible on working patterns but are looking to cover 12–16 hours per week, and welcome applicants seeking either employed or self-employed work depending on experience and availability.
This role is subject to a DBS check, and all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Key responsibilities
Carry out general maintenance, repairs, and improvements across buildings, grounds, and activity areas.
Handle basic plumbing and joinery tasks.
Identify and resolve maintenance issues, escalating specialist jobs as needed.
Carry out routine safety checks on site.
Source materials and tools within budget.
Report faults and safety concerns to the relevant manager.
Keep accurate records of work and equipment certifications.
Help maintain clean, organised storage and communal spaces.
Support other departments and uphold Centre policies as needed.
To apply, email a CV & cover letter with how you meet the person spec to:
Activity Apprentice
Pay:
£8.50 p/h or £17,680 per annum
Hours:
40 hours per week
Contract:
Apprenticeship
Closing Date:
About the role
Launch your outdoor career as an Outdoor Activity Apprentice. Over a practical yearlong Level 3 Apprenticeship, you'll work alongside experienced instructors to build the skills and confidence to deliver safe, engaging sessions to a range of clients, reflecting Mount Cook's values of customer service, professionalism, and inclusion.
Successful candidates start January 2027, with potential for ongoing work after completing the apprenticeship. Accommodation is provided, along with structured training and plenty of room to grow.
The working day typically runs 08.15–17.15, with evening shifts finishing at 20.15. Some weekends and public holidays are expected. All applicants must be 18+ or turning 18 in the first year of apprenticeship.
Key responsibilities
Complete the Level 3 Outdoor Activity Instructor Apprenticeship, training towards full qualification.
Shadow experienced instructors, learning delivery, group management, and safety procedures.
Take on increasing responsibility for planning and delivering sessions as skills develop.
Work towards NGB qualifications as directed by the Centre.
Attend all required training days, workshops, and assessments.
Help with activity setup, safety checks, and pack down.
Support participant safety and wellbeing under instructor guidance.
Help maintain a welcoming, inclusive environment for clients.