Work With Us In 2026 - Lead Instructor Vacancy
Published 09:45 on 16 Dec 2025
Primary Roles:
To provide instruction and coaching to members and users of Spinnaker Sailing Club
To provide safety cover to events and activities organised by Spinnaker Sailing Club
To support the racing programme of Spinnaker Sailing Club
To act as Duty Senior Instructor as directed by the Operations Manager
Secondary Roles as Required:
To support the Operations Manager in the maintenance of the Club fleet
To support Spinnaker Sailing Club in maintenance of the site grounds and buildings
To enable members to get the most out of their membership
Any other role as required by the Club appropriate to the experience and level of the employee
Essential Qualifications:
RYA Senior Dinghy Instructor
OR
RYA Dinghy Instructor with 2 years experience ready to attend an RYA Senior Instructor Course in early 2026
Desirable Qualifications/Experience:
Paddle UK Paddlesport Instructor or equivalent
RYA Start Windsurf Instructor
Experience of dinghy racing including team racing
Experience of working with groups with SEN and other additional needs
Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 per annum depending upon qualifications and experience
Working Hours: Annualised hours to average 37.5 per week, worked on a rota basis, evening and weekend work is required
Annual Leave: 28 days including bank holidays
Benefits: -Enhanced sick pay after 1 months service
-Funded and supported Continuous Professional Development including NGB qualifications
-Free use of club equipment
For an informal conversation about the role please call James (Operations Manager) on 07880517110 or email training@spinnakerclub.co.uk.
To apply please send a covering letter and CV to training@spinnakerclub.co.uk
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with an aim to have the new Lead Instructor in post no later than 23rd March 2026 (an earlier start date than this is possible).
Last updated 09:45 on 16 December 2025
