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About Us
Children’s Sailing Trust (CST) is a charity based in Cornwall that offers access to sailing and watersports to children aged 8-16, as well as young people with additional needs. We are passionate about using these activities as a tool to develop confidence, competence and resilience, enabling participants to reach their full potential in life. One of our key beliefs is that all children and young people should have the same opportunity to learn sailing and watersports, irrespective of financial challenges, disabilities or special educational needs.
Our charity has been working on the Helford River since 1997, taking local children, young people and adults sailing via our term-time schools programme, after school programme, weekend and commercial holiday courses. Our second location is the Trust’s fully accessible watersports centre at Trevassack Lake on the Lizard Peninsula. Complementing our current activities, Trevassack Lake enables us to offer watersports to a wider range of participants with specialist equipment that allows opportunities for all.
It is our ethos that everything we offer is available to all abilities, working hard to ensure that we are not only fully accessible, but fully inclusive, too.
Seasonal Instructors (March-end October)
Senior Instructors | Dinghy Instructors | Activity Instructors
About You
Let us know what your USP is – everyone has something special to offer when it comes to inspiring young people and we welcome all, but you need to be able to take the rough with the smooth, the dull with the spectacular, the paperwork with the splashing around.
You’ll be working with people from all kinds of background, from mainstream schools to SEND colleges, adult team-building to young children because everyone deserves to feel the freedom of being on the water – including you!
We’re looking forward to hearing from you.
Joining Team CST
Working with the best backdrops for any sailing centre, anywhere, the beautiful Helford River valley and the serene, picturesque Trevassack Lake at the heart of the Lizard peninsula, we feel very lucky.
On the river, you commute to the sailing beach by powerboat – a fun way for you and the students to start their sessions. On the lake, experience the joy of silent, electric motors, perfect for on-the-water coaching or peaceful outings for those with special educational needs.
Team CST work with busy school sessions and courses, but with a chilled atmosphere, ideal for instructors who can think for themselves whilst working as a team.
Rates of pay are dependant on experience and qualifications.
Working up to 5 days in 7 (to include weekends, evenings and bank holidays when required).
About the Roles
Senior Instructor and Activity/Dinghy Instructor
Working under the direction of the Activities Manager and Lead Instructor, Senior Instructors and Activity/Dinghy Instructors are responsible for the delivery of high quality watersports sessions to a wide variety of groups and individuals.
Senior Instructors oversee Activity/Dinghy Instructors plus Volunteers, and will take day to day responsibility for management of sessions and equipment.
A full induction, familiarisation and training package is provided.
Qualifications and Experience
We are looking for experienced RYA qualified Senior Instructors and Activity/Dinghy Instructors who ideally will have worked in similar roles successfully delivering a Youth Sailing Scheme for at least a year. A Paddlesport Instructor or Leader and/or a Powerboat Instructor qualification is desirable.
Further Details and How to Apply
A copy of the Job Description (with further details of the person specification) can be downloaded below or requested by email: rupert@childrenssailingtrust.org.uk
To apply please send an up-to-date CV and letter of application to: rupert@childrenssailingtrust.org.uk
Or post to Rupert Whelan, Children’s Sailing Trust, Trevassack Lake, Garras, HELSTON, TR12 6LH
Closing date: ongoing
Contract Dates: anytime between March through to early November
Please note any role is subject to satisfactory references and where appropriate DBS clearance (enhanced child workforce).
For any further information or to have an informal discussion about the roles please call 01326 702326.
HR Trustee Role - Voluntary
About You
We would love to talk all things CST with someone who has strong human resources skills and a sound understanding of the regulatory and governance landscape. If you have the skills to help advise us and help guide the organisation through its next stage of growth and impact, please get in touch for an initial chat.
We’re looking forward to hearing from you.
About the Role
Responsibilities
Trustees are expected to use their knowledge, skills, and experience to ensure that the Children’s Sailing Trust achieves its charitable objectives and represents the interests of all stakeholders, as well as acting as ambassadors for the charity.
Time Commitment
There will be an initial induction with the CEO plus at least four board meetings (two hours) at our Trevassack Lake HQ per year. There is plenty of opportunity for additional involvement according to your availability.
Next Steps
Please get in touch with our CEO, Jakie Jewell, to discuss the opportunity further:
jakie@childrenssailingtrust.org.uk
Children’s Sailing Trust, Trevassack Lake, Garras, HELSTON, TR12 6LH
Closing date: 31st January 2026
Contract Dates: N/A
Please note any role, including voluntary, is subject to satisfactory references and where appropriate DBS clearance (enhanced child workforce).
For any further information or to have an informal discussion about the role please call 01326 702326.
Seasonal Warden
About You
We are recruiting one person for the Seasonal Site Warden role who is happy to work independently and as part of a small team, professional and friendly but able to get stuck in with general maintenance, both indoors and outside in our beautiful Trevassack Lake location. Practical, reliable and self-motivated, this is the perfect place for you (and possibly your partner) to live on site in far west Cornwall during the best months of the year, supporting the smooth running of this watersports and holiday hub.
About the Role
The role supports a small, well-managed site with 6 self-catering accommodation units, alongside shared facilities and grounds.
You’ll be working alongside two permanent on-site wardens (a couple), with clear handovers and support in place; this is not a lone role.
Accommodation
You’ll need your own caravan or campervan. We provide:
• Free electric hook-up
• Water & Wi-Fi
• Showers
• Free laundry facilities
Next Steps
In line with our Safer Recruitment Policy, all applicants must download and complete the Application Form at the top of the page. CVs may be submitted in addition, but cannot be accepted on their own. Please send your application to:
hello@trevassackholidays.com
Children’s Sailing Trust, Trevassack Lake, Garras, HELSTON, TR12 6LH
Closing date: on-going before 7th March
Contract Dates: March to early November 2026 – 20-25 hours per week (seasonal)
Core hours:
Friday, Saturday & Sunday – 7.5 hours per day
Plus flexible hours elsewhere on site, in line with needs (Fridays are essential due to accommodation changeovers)
Pay:
National Minimum Wage (rate applicable from April 2026)
Please note any role, including voluntary, is subject to satisfactory references and where appropriate DBS clearance (enhanced child workforce).
For any further information or to have an informal discussion about the role please call 01326 702326.
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