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Training and Assessment Days

CENTRAL TRAINING & ASSESSMENT DAYS

The Ultimate Training Programme is a three part programme:

 

1. Online Competency Assessment:

Staff complete introductory short courses online. These are accessed as part of your onboarding process through your Candidate Portal.

2. Central Training & Assessment:

Staff attend face to face training before the join Ultimate, if they have not attended before, or if they have attended before but have not worked in the last 2 years . Read on for more information. Staff are paid to attend Central Training & Assessment events.

3. Camp Induction Day:

Staff attend a short introductory set up day at their specific camp location to get themselves and camp ready for the season ahead. This is a paid day and staff attend every season. Click HERE  for more information.

All staff must attend Central Training and Assessment before they begin work if they have not attended training specific to their role in the last 2 years. 

Camp Induction Dates
Staff induction
2024 Dates and Locations coming soon.
Camp Staff Directions
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FIRST AID TRAINING:

As part of our commitment to your professional development, Ultimate host fully subsidised, OFSTED recognised Paediatric First Aid training days, giving you the chance to gain an invaluable qualification at zero cost to you.

Courses hosted by Ultimate Activity consist of 12 hours of blended learning: 6 hours of online training in your own time, combined with 6 hours of face-to-face training with a qualified first aid trainer. Full funding details can be found in your contract. With these courses usually costing anywhere between £80 and £200, this is a fantastic opportunity to boost your CV without breaking the bank!

These courses are very popular and fill up quick! A member of the Recruitment Team will be in touch as soon as possible to confirm your spot and priority will be given to those employed as a Key First Aider on camp.  

If you cannot attend our internal course dates, we will book you an alterative, EXTERNAL First Aid Training course (e.g. St. john's Ambulance) and deduct the cost of £30 from your salary. SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS BELOW.

Internal First Aid Training Dates

October Half Term First Aid Training

Date: Sunday 15th October 2023

Location: The Pavilion, Holy Cross Prep School, George Road, Kingston, KT2 7NU 

Time: 09:00 - 16:00

Contact Us To Book

Easter First Aid Training

Date: COMING SOON

Location: TBC

Time: TBC

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Summer First Aid Training

Date: COMING SOON

Location: TBC

Time: TBC

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First Aid Training Terms & Conditions

Internal First Aid Training T&C's

The company will seek to recover the full cost of the course valued at £30 should I:

  1. Fail to attend work having completed the course
  2. Terminate my employment within the first week of my contract
  3. Fail to complete my contract
  4. Fail to attend the training course (this includes the completion of any relevant online element of the course) with less than 72 hours notice of the face to face training day.

External First Aid Training T&C's

The company will seek to recover the full cost of the course should I:

  1. Fail to attend work having completed the course
  2. Terminate my employment within the first week of my contract
  3. Fail to complete my contract
  4. Fail to attend the training course and the Company is unable to secure a refund (this includes the completion of any relevant online element of the course)

ACTIVITY INSTRUCTOR TRAINING:

All staff will attend a day of Instructor Training in the lead up to their season.

Where and When will Training Take Place?

UAC Instructor OCTOBER HALF TERM

REMEMBER: The following training day is for new staff and all previous staff who have not worked with us within the last two years.

Date: Saturday 14th October 2023
Time: 9am - 5pm
Location: St. Gabriel's School, Newbury

(Lifts will be available from Newbury Station - details and times to be confirmed)

UAC Instructor Easter 2024

REMEMBER: The following training day is for new staff and all previous staff who have not worked with us within the last two years.

Date: 2024 Dates Coming Soon
Time: TBC
Location: TBC

UAC Instructor Summer 2024

REMEMBER: The following training day is for new staff and all previous staff who have not worked with us within the last two years.

Date: 2024 Dates Coming Soon
Time: TBC
Location: TBC

Further Info

What to do/bring?

COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT: If you have not already done so. This is accessed through your Candidate Portal.

PASSPORT and any other form of ID required for DBS checks or to prove your right to work in the UK

MOST RECENT DBS if you haven't already provided it! 

RELEVANT CERTIFICATES such as Childcare, teaching, first aid, lifeguarding, safeguarding etc. 

OUTSTANDING PAPERWORK If you have any!

LUNCH Lunch break will be 30 minutes and there are not shops nearby. Bring enough food to see you through a busy day!

A POSITIVE ATTITUDE This is your chance to shine and make a name for yourself at UAC. You will be assessed throughout the day by the Operations Team

What will I be doing?

The day is action packed! A mixture of workshops, activities and presentations, the day is designed to give you all the skills you need to be an Ultimate Staff Member. 

Activities on the day will include: 

Sports and/or Arts Specific training

Early Years and Ofsted

Archery and Combat Archery

Fencing

Inflatables

Pedal Karts and Roller Racers

Behaviour, Welfare & risk Assessing 

Zorbing

Who will be there?

The Operations Team will be on hand to help and answer all your queries. It is also a great opportunity to meet potential colleagues and those working at sites nationwide!

Need to contact us on the day?

If you need to reach us over the training weekend, or during camp, there are many ways you can do so:

 

OUT OF OFFICE EMERGENCIES: CALL OUR DUTY MOBILE

Duty Mobile: 07834513111

 

NON URGENT QUERIES: EMAIL US

Email: work@ultimateacivity.co.uk

 

GENERAL QUERIES DURING OFFICE HOURS 

(Weekdays: 9am - 5pm out of season. 8am - 6pm whilst camp is running)

Office Number: 01865582949

What if I can no longer attend?

If you can no longer attend your chosen training day, you can request to move to an alternative date. Please email work@ultimateactivity.co.uk

 

Can’t attend any date? You must contact your Recruitment Coordinator as soon as possible to discuss on 01865582949 or work@ultimateactivity.co.uk to see if alternative arrangements can be made but please note that failure to attend any required training could jeopardise your employment.

ACTIVITY MANAGER TRAINING:

Staff appointed in Senior roles (Camp Managers, Early Years Managers, Senior Activity Instructors (Roaming), and Senior Site Coordinators) must attend a day of manager training IN ADDITION to Instructor training (see above for details)

Where and When will Training Take Place:

UAC Manager Training EASTER 2024

REMEMBER: The following training day is in addition to an Instructor Day as listed above if you have not worked with us in the last two years.

Date: TBC
Time: TBC
Location: TBC

Accommodation: Accommodation is available for Managers travelling exceptional distances for training who are attending the full weekend event, with Instructor training on the Saturday.

UAC Manager Training SUMMER 2024

REMEMBER: The following training day is in addition to an Instructor Day as listed above if you have not worked with us in the last two years.

Date: TBC
Time: TBC
Location: TBC

Accommodation: Accommodation is available for Managers travelling exceptional distances for training who are attending the full weekend event, with Instructor training on the Saturday.

Further Info

Do I need to attend both Instructor and Manager Training?

If you are new to UAC: You will need to attend both the instructor and manager training events to complete a full induction to your role and its requirements.

 

If you have worked in a senior role before: You only need to attend a manager training if you have not done so before, or if you have not worked for 2 years!

 

If you have previously worked as an instructor and are stepping up to a manager role: You only need to attend manager training, if you have already attended an instructor training event in the past, but we recommend also attending an instructor day if you have not worked in the last 2 years to ensure you are up to date on current activities and camp life in order to best support your team!

 

You will be given opportunity to select your preferred instructor training event on your reply form.

What to do/bring?

COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT: If you have not already done so. This is accessed through your Candidate Portal.

 

PASSPORT and any other form of ID required for DBS checks or to prove your right to work in the UK

 

MOST RECENT DBS if you haven't already provided it! 

 

RELEVANT CERTIFICATES such as Childcare, teaching, first aid, lifeguarding, safeguarding etc. 

 

OUTSTANDING PAPERWORK If you have any!

 

LUNCH Lunch break will be 30 minutes and there are not shops nearby. Bring enough food to see you through a busy day! Buffet style breakfast will be provided on the morning of Sunday training.

 

A POSITIVE ATTITUDE This is your chance to shine and make a name for yourself at UAC. You will be assessed throughout the day by the Operations Team

What will I be doing?

The day is filled with relaxed workshops focusing on senior requirements of the role including:

  • Managing your team
  • Host School Relations
  • Liaising with Head Office
  • Parent and Child communications
  • Health and Safety
  • And Much More…

Who will be there?

The Operations Team will be on hand to help and answer all your queries. It is also a great opportunity to meet potential colleagues and those working at sites nationwide!

Is accommodation and food provided?

Limited accommodation is available for those attending both the Saturday and Sunday training event at Chandlings School, but priority is given to those travelling significant distance.

Need to contact us on the day?

If you need to reach us over the training weekend, or during camp, there are many ways you can do so:

 

OUT OF OFFICE EMERGENCIES: CALL OUR DUTY MOBILE

Duty Mobile: 07834513111

 

NON URGENT QUERIES: EMAIL US

Email: work@ultimateacivity.co.uk

 

GENERAL QUERIES DURING OFFICE HOURS 

(Weekdays: 9am - 5pm out of season. 8am - 6pm whilst camp is running)

Office Number: 01865582949

What if I can no longer attend?

Can’t attend training? You must contact your Recruitment Coordinator as soon as possible to discuss on 01865582949 or work@ultimateactivity.co.uk to see if alternative arrangements can be made but please note that failure to attend any required training could jeopardise your employment.

SURVIVAL TRAINING:

Where and When will Training Take Place:

Survival Training - All Staff

Survival training is one day for all staff: Survival Leaders, Instructors, and Senior Survival Instructors (Roaming).

Date: 2024 Dates Coming Soon
Time: TBC
Location: TBC

Survival Training - MAY HALF TERM

This is for people who need to upskill their knowledge of bushcraft and outdoor education.

Date: 2024 Dates Coming Soon
Time: TBC
Location: TBC

Survival Training - SUMMER

This is for people who need to upskill their knowledge of bushcraft and outdoor education.

Date: 2024 Dates Coming Soon
Time: TBC
Location: TBC

Further Info

Need to contact us on the day?

If you need to reach us over the training weekend, or during camp, there are many ways you can do so:

 

OUT OF OFFICE EMERGENCIES: CALL US

Programme Manager: 07922 576821 

 

NON URGENT QUERIES: EMAIL US

Email: work@ultimateacivity.co.uk

 

GENERAL QUERIES DURING OFFICE HOURS 

(Weekdays: 9am - 5pm out of season. 8am - 6pm whilst camp is running)

Office Number: 01865582949

What will I be doing?

The training is a mixture of practical and theory sessions focusing on bushcraft skills, programme delivery, and proving the Ultimate outdoor experience!

Senior Staff will complete further modules regarding managerial duties including:

  • Managing your team
  • Host School Relations
  • Liaising with Head Office
  • Parent and Child communications
  • Health and Safety
  • And Much More…

What if I can no longer attend?

Can’t attend training? You must contact your Operations & Recruitment Coordinator as soon as possible to discuss on 01865582949 or work@ultimateactivity.co.uk to see if alternative arrangements can be made but please note that failure to attend any required training could jeopardise your employment.

TECH CAMP TRAINING:

Ultimate Tech staff will attend 2 days of online training, focusing on programme delivery.

Where and When will Training Take Place?

Ultimate Tech Training: 2024

Date: 2024 DATES COMING SOON

Location: Online - You will be provided with joining information ahead of the training event.

Timings: 10am - 3pm daily, with 1 hour for lunch. 

 

Further Info

What to do/bring

COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT: If you have not already done so. This is accessed through your Candidate Portal.

A POSITIVE ATTITUDE 

What will I be doing

The day is action packed! A mixture of workshops and activities, you will be provided a copy of the Tech programme handbook which will detail the course, and our partners at Chaos Created, who designed the programme, will take you through how to deliver the course.

Need to contact us on the day?

If you need to reach us over the training weekend, or during camp, there are many ways you can do so:

 

OUT OF OFFICE EMERGENCIES: CALL OUR DUTY MOBILE

Duty Mobile: 07834513111

 

NON URGENT QUERIES: EMAIL US

Email: work@ultimateacivity.co.uk

 

GENERAL QUERIES DURING OFFICE HOURS 

(Weekdays: 9am - 5pm out of season. 8am - 6pm whilst camp is running)

Office Number: 01865582949

What if I can no longer attend?

If you can no longer attend your chosen training day please email work@ultimateactivity.co.uk to see if alternatives can be arranged but please note that failure to attend any required training could jeopardise your employment.