Outdoor Instructor and Youth Work Jobs!

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Do you dream of finding an outdoor youth work job in Cornwall? Or do you fancy being an Outdoor Instructor and sharing your passion for adventure with others? You’re in the right place! At BF Adventure you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll get to make a real difference to young lives, to learn a wide range of new and exciting skills and have lots of laughs along the way. No two days are ever the same and you’ll get to grow in an open, supportive and fun team…

“Growing up, I’m sure we all aspired to have a job that didn’t feel like work. Well, that’s exactly what working at BF is like. I spend my days on a beautiful site filled with wildlife and epic scenery. I get to work alongside some awesome young people, helping them grow and feel empowered to take their next steps in life. I am part of a hugely supportive and compassionate team of people, all of whom have their own unique perspectives which makes everyday a day of inspiration. And on top of all of that, I can be myself, something that I value most about working here. It’s certainly not always easy but the difficult days are always so worth the work.”

Why Work For Us?

BF Adventure is a great place to volunteer and work. We’re dynamic, diverse and different. If you’re interested in being part of our team, we have a great range of opportunities to gain experience and develop new skills. We are also always keen to add skills to our Board of Trustees. If you’re interested in finding out more, drop us an email, give us a ring on 01326 340912 or come in to say hello! Here’s what we have to offer…

When the team was asked what they love about BF...

“The passion, understanding and support from every staff member – not only for the young people we work with, but for colleagues as well, it’s inspirational!”

“The variety. Where else could you be processing a referral one minute and playing site-wide tag the next?!”

“I love getting to develop meaningful relationships with young people.”

“This work place should stand as a role model for the working environment: welcoming, inclusive, supportive and a basic ethos of working together as a team for the health and wellbeing of its staff which, in the long term, has an amazingly positive outcome for our young people.”

Our Team Values

Our Youth Work and Outdoor Instructor Jobs

Catering & Housekeeping Coordinator

Fixed term, 20th April 2026 to 4th September 2026 with the possibility of a contract extension depending on booking levels. Hours: 35 hours a week with split shifts, evening shifts on Monday to Friday.

The Catering Coordinator (CC) will be the lead member of staff ensuring that the catering provision at BF Adventure (BFA), primarily focused on children’s residentials is operating to an extremely high standard in all regards.

The CC as part of their duties will be responsible for planning, purchasing and preparing food as well as maintaining excellent levels of food hygiene and ensuring excellent customer service.

Check out the Job Description below and please apply using our application and Equality and Diversity forms.

The closing date for applications is 1/03/26 (or when all available vacancies have been filled).

Job Description

Catering & Housekeeping Assistant

Fixed term, 20th April 2026 to 31st August 2026.

35 hours a week with split shifts, evening shifts. Monday to Friday.

The catering assistant will be primarily responsible for creating visually pleasing and tasty meals from our small and simple menu to groups of children on activity residentials as well as ensuring the accommodation, toilet and shower facilities are cleaned to a high standard.

As part of this, a high level of personal hygiene, an excellent work ethic and good customer service skills will be important factors in their day-to-day work.

Check out the Job Description below and please apply using our application and Equality and Diversity forms.

The closing date for applications is 1/03/26 (or when all available vacancies have been filled).

Job Description

Adventure Center Instructor

Term: 2nd March 2026– 11th September 2026 with possible extensions subject to business levels.
Hours: 8.30am to 4.30pm (some evening & weekend work will be required).

The key role of a BF Adventure (BFA) Instructor is to deliver/support a range of activity instruction and programmes (dependent upon experience/qualifications) to the clients of BFA. The successful candidate will operate to a highly professional and safe standard and create an enjoyable, challenging, fun and educational environment providing equal opportunities to a wide range of often challenging individuals.

Check out the Job Description below and please apply using our application and Equality and Diversity forms.

The closing date for applications is 12/2/2026 (or when all available vacancies have been filled).

Job Description

Instructor Team Leader

Fixed term, 12 months.

Hours: FT 8.30am to 4.30pm (evening & weekend work will be required).

The activity team leader will form part of the Adventure Centre (AC) and Via Ferrata Cornwall CIC (VFC) leadership team and is a key role in bridging the gap between the staff and the bookings team.

Having exceptionally high standards in time keeping, behaviour and customer service, this person will role model to the rest of the AC and VFC team the vision for all staff working for BF Adventure.

This all-year round position will be primarily responsible for the delivery of activities, mentoring junior staff and supporting in maintenance projects in the winter.

Check out the Job Description below and please apply using our application and Equality and Diversity forms.

The closing date for applications is 20/02/2026.

Job Description

Seasonal Instructor Team Leader

Fixed term, 8 months – March – November. Hours: FT 8.30am to 4.30pm (evening & weekend work will be required).

The activity team leader will form part of the Adventure Centre (AC) and Via Ferrata Cornwall CIC (VFC) leadership team and is a key role in bridging the gap between the Hospitality Team and Activity Centre. Having exceptionally high standards in time keeping, behaviour and customer service, this person will role model to the rest of the AC and VFC team the vision for all staff working for BF Adventure.

This seasonal position will be primarily responsible for the delivery of activities, mentoring junior staff and supporting the Hospitality Team.

Check out the Job Description below and please apply using our application and Equality and Diversity forms.

The closing date for applications is 20/02/2026.

Job Description
BF Adventure Application Form
BF Adventure Equality and Diversity Form