About Us: THE EXTRAORDINARY STORY OF GRACE’S PASSION AND DEDICATION The Environment & Communities Directorate in Westminster City Council is a world of extraordinary stories. Where dedicated people like Grace are using their skills and passion to progress environmental action in the heart of London. It was at university where Grace first started campaigning for improved recycling facilities, water refill stations, and other eco-friendly initiatives. When she saw the real difference people could make when they came together, she knew she wanted to dedicate her career to community action for the planet. When she joined us as Principal Engagement Officer, Climate Emergency, she quickly established herself as a passionate advocate for community outreach, engaging various stakeholders across Westminster in the social causes, impacts and solutions to climate change, air pollution, and biodiversity loss. Grace became a driving force behind our first Citizens’ Climate Assembly, which took place across two weekends in the summer of 2023. Fifty residents were chosen at random from across our diverse communities to come together, learn about the climate emergency, and deliberate how we overcome the barriers to becoming a net zero city by 2040. The assembly produced several recommendations which have informed the evolution of our Climate Emergency Action Plan. Due to the success of this initiative, we’re holding more assemblies to continue community involvement in local decision-making. To see the work of the Westminster Citizens’ Climate Assembly, click here The Role: As an Instructor in our Income Generation Programme, you can make your own powerful contribution to people across Westminster. Based at Sayers Croft, a 56 acre site in the beautiful Surrey Hills, you’ll give children living in the city the unique, perspective-changing opportunity to explore green spaces, interact with nature and build friendships. Responsible for liaising with group leaders to decide the course content of the programme, you’ll ensure that the information delivered to children’s groups is appropriate and engaging. As the first point of contact for visiting groups, you’ll effectively communicate health and safety information, carrying out risk assessments and working proactively to identify potential safety risks to staff and visitors. Working creatively and innovatively to deliver hands-on projects, understand the needs of our customers, and negotiate solutions to possible issues, you’ll help children fulfill their potential and leave the centre with a new perspective on life. This role includes a mix of week and weekend working, so you’ll need to be flexible, but you’ll be compensated with days off in the week and enhanced hourly claims for weekends. Please refer to the Job Description for more information.

About You: An established professional with at least a year of experience in an outdoor centre, you’ll hold a qualification or have equivalent training in two or more of the following: Archery GB instructor award RCI or CWI (climbing) High Ropes / ERCA Orienteering STA pool responder / Lifesaving BELA/ Lowland Leader Forest school / Earth education A true team player with excellent communication skills, you’ll have the ability to enthuse, motivate and inspire children and young people. Based outdoors, you’ll be prepared to work actively and in all weather conditions, including climbing, working with heavy loads and being on your feet all day. Most importantly, you’ll be a person passionate about helping children and young people connect with nature, discover new hobbies and interests, and step out of their comfort zones in a safe, supportive environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative, welcoming team that values you for you, and to supercharge your career in the process. Westminster City Council is committed to supporting Care Leavers into the workplace. Care Leavers seeking their first job and who wish to be considered under our scheme, will automatically be invited to interview should they meet the essential criteria for the role.