Adventure Instructor

Who are we?

Estelle Manor is a rural retreat set on an 85-acre estate in Oxfordshire. The manor has four restaurants, an extraordinary 3,000 sq metre Roman-inspired spa- Eynsham Baths, 108 bedrooms and a gym with class studios and padel courts. Plus, there's a kids' club for the little ones and a workspace.

The Role

Diverse, ambitious, and welcoming, our Adventure Instructors have an inherent desire to create unique and incredible experiences for both our hotel guests and our members; we work hard, get stuck in and have fun. You should enjoy being the focal point of guest interaction along with delivering top class experiences to our members and guests.

Our activity offerings include but are not limited to: Archery, Axe Throwing, Air Rifle Shooting, Tree Climbing, Off Road Driving, Stables and Lead Rein Riding, Bush Craft and Walking tours. As the hotel expands you will be instrumental in the set up and delivery of our newest experiences which will include Clay Pigeon Shooting, Fly Fishing and Off Road Driving.

Ideally, you have experience of working in the great outdoors with groups of varying sizes and in a number of the above experiences; this however isn't essential as we can fully support you with this.

Who we are looking for?

• Ideally, you will have experience in a similar role and have experience leading adults and children in an outdoor setting.
• You will hold a full clean EU drivers' licence and be aged 25 or above.
• Wide knowledge of local area and excellent networking skills.
• Excellent communication skills and comfortable talking to colleagues, senior management and being front of house building relationships with our members and guests.
• An enthusiastic team player with a positive mindset and hugely charismatic.

The on target earning potential for this role is £32,910.40 per annum per annum based on a 40 hour contract - comprising a base salary of £30,804.80, plus a qualified estimate of £3,000 in gratuities and service charge . Please note this role is paid hourly at £14.81 so this is a projected salary and OTE.

What's in it for you?

At Estelle, we prioritise your well being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience. Enjoy exclusive staff rates, biannual socials, and Estelleversary surprises. Nurture your well being with stocked colleague spaces. Engage in forums shaping The Estelle Way. Utilise the provided uniforms and onsite seamstress support. Join us for a fulfilling journey where you are valued, supported, and celebrated.

• Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
• Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across sister properties.
• Estelleversary gifting for all employees.
• Colleague spaces stocked with food, drinks and a selection of juices, teas and coffees.
• Goes without saying but we will feed you during your shift.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Added protection of our pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes.
• 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
• Colleague Forums and Sustainability Committees to help create The Estelle Way.
• Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Uniform provided, cleaned, and pressed.
• Onsite seamstresses to ensure your uniform is fitted and repaired.

About gratuities & service charge:

• Gratuities (tips) and service charge are paid on a pro ratio basis regardless of your role.
• It is estimated that in 2026, our full time employees can expect to receive in the range of £3,000 in addition to their annual salary.