Dinghy Sailing Instructor - Europe

Dinghy Sailing Instructor

Destinations: Greece, Sardinia, Corsica and Turkey

We are actively seeking experienced and qualified Dinghy Instructors to come work in one of our stunning Mediterranean beach resorts to teach dinghy sailing to our guests.

As a member of our dynamic waterfront team you’ll teach a full range of child and adult sailing courses. We offer informal group sessions, RYA syllabus courses and private one-to-one tuition. You’ll ensure all guests have a safe and fun experience whilst sailing under your instruction.

It’s not all work and no play though! Opportunities to get out on the water will be plentiful; you could learn a new sport or explore exciting new places with like-minded friends.

We’ve a strong management team that provides on-going support and training. You can gain new qualifications; join our very own development programme Mark Warner Performance Pathway for career progression with the prospect to work year-round in one of our Chalet hotels in top European ski destinations.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of safety and instruction for guests and staff on the waterfront
• Daily dinghy and sailing instruction
• Deliver a course plan based on guests abilities
• Ensure Mark Warner and RYA standards are adhered to at all times
• Partake in additional waterfront responsibilities including safety cover, customer service and shore-break duties
• Establish and implement water safety precautions
• Assist with daily maintenance and upkeep of the waterfront and its equipment
• Support management team to organise the ‘Race Day’
• Implement and participate in a ‘bad weather’ programme
• Assist with in-resort marketing activities and promotions
• Participate in evening entertainments, guest dinners and social activities

Abilities and Skills

• Excellent customer service skills
• Present a ‘can do’ attitude
• Team player
• Calm friendly demeanour
• Professional, safety conscious

Essential Requirements

• RYA Dinghy Instructor
• RYA Powerboat level 2
• RYA Multihull, Advanced Dinghy or Racing Instructor endorsements desired
• International Certificate of Competence (ICC)
• First Aid Certificate
• UK/EU Passport holder
• UK National Insurance Number
• UK bank account

Package and Benefits

• Return travel to/from UK
• Medical insurance
• Comfortable accommodation
• All meals
• Discounted drinks and beauty treatments (dependent on resort)
• Use of some hotel sports equipment and facilities including tuition
• Smart uniform
• Holiday concessions for friends and family
• A competitive salary
• Commission on lessons
• Comprehensive training
• Opportunity to work year-round
• Management development

Checklist Looking for adventure? ✓ Want to travel to beautiful locations? ✓ Keen to develop your skills? ✓ Want to meet like-minded people? ✓ Love getting out on the water? ✓ Looking for a career in the watersports industry? ✓