Willen Lake is Milton Keynes’ most popular park with activities on and off the water for the whole family. Whether that’s scaling new heights at Treetop Extreme, cooling down at Splash ‘n’ Play or learning a new skill out on the water, there’s something for everyone. Plus, with 180 acres of beautiful lakeside park to enjoy, many of our visitors choose to spend the whole day with us.

Willen Lake is managed by The Parks Trust, an independent charity, that cares for over 6,000 acres of parkland and green space in Milton Keynes. Our aim is to provide beautiful, diverse and sustainable parks, lakes, woods and landscapes that will be loved by the people of Milton Keynes, forever.

Salary: From £13.50 - £14.10 per hour

Hours: Zero hour agreement

We are looking for Senior Watersports Instructors to join our team. You will support the Watersports Manager and Watersports Supervisor in the management of the department, leading the team and undertaking session observations. You will also deliver a range of sessions yourself to a variety of ages and abilities.

As part of this role you will ensure all our visitors have a safe and memorable experience out on the water by delivering high quality sessions in line with both internal procedures and national governing body syllabuses.

The role will require working shifts across a 7-day operation, typically between the hours of 8am and 8pm. Working a minimum of one in two weekends, as well as some bank holidays should be expected.

We are looking for engaging individuals with a minimum of one of the following Senior Level qualifications:

• RYA Senior Dinghy Instructor
• UKCC Level 2 Coach or BC Coach Award

Holding an RYA Powerboat Level 2 and/or first aid qualification would be advantageous.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Application process

Please apply online using the link through our website using the link through our website using Cezanne.

Closing Date: Monday 9th March 2026

The Parks Trust is committed to safeguarding and will always recruit all personnel in line with government guidelines, relevant legislation, Charity Commission guidance and best practice standards.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

If you need additional support with your application or would like further information, please contact recruitment@theparkstrust.com