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Low Bank Ground Coordinator
Be Well Outdoors | Wigan Council | Grade G6
Salary
Grade 6, £29,540 - £32,597 per annum.
Hours
37 hours per week
Location
Low Bank Ground
About Us
We're on a journey to build a workforce reflective of our Borough. We are committed to fostering diverse teams where everybody can bring their authentic selves to work and feel that they belong. If you want to work for a Council where everybody is encouraged to meet their full potential and make a difference in our neighbourhoods, we would love to hear from you!
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Here at Wigan, we are proud to support flexible working patterns, when the service can accommodate this. We also take a blended approach to where we work, depending on the work we do. This may include working from home, the office, or the community. We like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits [click here to find out more about working for #TeamWigan](click here to find out more about working for #TeamWigan).
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About the Role
Are you passionate about the outdoors and inspiring people through adventure? We're looking for an experienced and qualified Low Bank Ground Coordinator to join our growing Be Well Outdoors team.
This is an exciting opportunity to combine leadership, safety management, and outdoor activity delivery in a unique and rewarding role. You'll play a key part in ensuring the safe and effective operation of Low Bank Ground, while delivering engaging adventure experiences for schools, community groups and the public.
What You'll Do
- Lead on health and safety compliance, risk assessments and equipment inspections.
- Coordinate staff deployment, training and operational delivery.
- Deliver high-quality outdoor activities, including water sports, bushcraft, archery, raft building and team challenges.
- Maintain activity equipment and ensure compliance with governing body standards such as AALA and RYA.
- Support business growth, financial targets and continuous service improvement.
- Mentor and support full-time, part-time, casual staff and volunteers.
- Work across the wider Outdoor Adventure Service, including Low Bank Ground, Hinning House, Scotman's Flash and other outdoor venues.
What We're Looking For
- Significant experience delivering outdoor education and adventure activities.
- Hold the RYA Senior Instructor Award in Sailing (essential).
- At least two of the following qualifications:
- Kayak/Canoe Coach or Open Water Leader
- RYA Dinghy Instructor
- Powerboat Instructor
- Mountain Leader
- SPA
- First Aid at Work qualification.
- Strong organisational, leadership and communication skills.
- Experience working with schools, community groups, young people and vulnerable adults.
- Full UK driving licence
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If you're a motivated outdoor professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for adventure, we'd love to hear from you.
Application Process
To be appointed to this role you must be able to prove your right to work in the UK, and you must maintain a valid (active) right to work. Please note, at present we are not a licenced sponsor. Please visit the link below to check you qualify to apply. [Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)](Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)) Prove your right to work to an employer
Wigan Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. As part of this commitment, Wigan Council operates robust Safer Recruitment procedures
Important Information
- Interview date: Friday 11th September 2026
- This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check
For further information, please contact Adam Heathcote, Be Well Outdoors Lakes Team Manager - Adam.heathcote@wigan.gov.uk
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