Leading walks overseas

We operate walking holidays to destinations all over the world and recruit leaders for a minimum period of eight weeks (six in Italy).

What we offer

• a three day training course prior to appointment
• free half board accommodation in our 3 or 4 star partner hotels
• travelling expenses from home to resort
• £290 per week plus holiday pay
• Up to £85 plus VAT contribution toward First Aid qualification
• ongoing training opportunities
• option of a two week break per eight week appointment (at your own expense)

About the role
Whilst leading you will be part of a team of two or three leaders who work together to make the holiday successful. Most holidays run from Saturday to Saturday with a free day on a Wednesday when no walks are offered. Leaders are resident for the duration of the holiday and spend most of their time with our guests, from greeting them on arrival to sharing meals, guiding walks and saying goodbye at the end!
Leaders guide walks on five days of the holiday and help to arrange a variety of activities in the evening.
All transport used during the holiday is contracted locally so no driving is required.
Find out more about our holidays.

Key skills

• Experienced walker competent in the use of map & compass
• Overseas travel experience
• Working knowledge of a European language
• Good interpersonal & communication skills
• Confidence, diplomacy & sociability
• Good organisational skills
• Knowledge of the local culture and countryside
• A current, 16 hour, First Aid certificate (we can help arrange this & contribute to the cost)

Assessment Procedure
Once you’ve completed an application form and it’s been accepted you will be invited to attend a residential assessment course in the Lake District. The assessment will involve a range of indoor discussion sessions as well as two days outdoors doing navigation and group leadership exercises.

Application procedure
We are not currently recruiting overseas leaders. If vacancies become available an online application form will be made available.