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Expedition Manager
Wilderness Expertise is currently seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join their
Overseas Expedition team. As an Expedition Manager you should have international travel experience
and a passion for youth development. Your organisational skills and attention to detail must be to
a high standard and your approach to work needs to be flexible. If you are interested in learning
more about the role, please review the Job Description and our Values and Principles. All enquiries
should be sent to Heather Thompson at
heather@wilderness-expertise.co.uk. Applications should include a CV and covering letter detailing your relevant experience.
Job
Description
Values and Principles
Apprentice Scheme
The apprentice scheme started in 1998 and has evolved over the years. The
principle is to enable people to gain an understanding of the industry
before committing time and money to it as a long-term career path. Once
people have decided on this, the second stage supports them whilst they
gain career qualifications such as the Summer Mountain Leader Award through
the MLTB (Mountain Leader Training Board).
Two levels exist within the scheme:
Level 1
This level focuses on giving the apprentice an understanding of the industry.
This involves working at the office in Berkshire shadowing staff. Half
of their time will be spent out on programme and the remainder of the
time on projects in the office and equipment store. Accommodation and
a monthly payment will be provided.
Level 2
This level is for people who have decided on a career in the outdoor /
training industry and have demonstrated a commitment via a Degree, HND
or experience in the industry. The role links delivery time on programme
alongside undertaking career courses. The position is salaried and open
to one apprentice each six months.
If you are interested in the scheme please contact Peter or Richard at the office on 01344 774430.
We currently do not have any Apprentice positions available.
Freelance Opportunities
Life in the world of Wilderness Expertise is looking good and we always
have some work opportunities for freelancers on UK courses. We will pay
between £80 and £110 per day (plus expenses) for Trainers,
with the rate of pay dependant on the level of qualification and skills
you have, and the number of years you have worked for Wilderness Expertise. Course Directors are paid £130 per day (plus expenses).
We are also looking for more Course Directors who have extensive experience on Wilderness Expertise programmes and who wish to move into the management of outdoor programmes. Course Directors are paid £125 per day plus expenses and have a much greater input into the design and facilitation of the programme.
If you would like more details on being a Trainer on UK courses, please contact Sam (Trainer Liaison Manager) on 07802 453768 or email her.
Overseas Expedition Leaders
Benefits of leading for us:
•
Pay - £500 for first week and £450 for subsequent weeks
• Ownership - do all the training for your team starting up to 15 months
in advance, and help them choose their flexible itinerary
• Personal support - Wilderness Expertise runs a maximum of 20 schools expeditions
per year
All our leaders require:
• ML Summer assessed as a minimum, some expedition require further qualifications
• Advanced First Aid (REC Level 4, Far from Help etc.)
• Overseas Expedition Leading experience and experience of working with the
16-18 year old age group
• Relevant country experience (or prepared to do a recce)
• Facilitation skills
Please contact Nicky Conway on 01344 774430, or send
your CV to
nicky@wilderness-expertise.co.uk
