NCS is a once in a lifetime, nationwide, government funded experience for young people between the ages of 16 and 17 to enjoy during their summer holidays.

Young people join us for a five-day away from home camping experience focused on life skills ('Live It') at Roadford, Siblyback or Wimbleball Lake. During the week, they learn survival skills, grow confidence, and test their limits by getting stuck into adrenaline-filled activities including kayaking, team building and paddleboarding. 

Throughout the experience young people will grow in confidence, meet new people, learn new life skills, become more independent, feel good about themselves and ultimately have an unforgettable summer whilst making friends that can last a lifetime.

And where better to learn and grow than at these beautiful wild places on your doorstep? It's your outdoors - come and explore! 

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 Fancy a job with NCS?

Whether you’re an NCS graduate and you’ve been waiting to turn 18 ever since you finished NCS to get involved in staffing the programme, or maybe you’re a university student who’s looking to build up some cash before returning to university but are also looking for a fun-filled summer, or you might never have heard of NCS until now and someone pointed you in our direction for a summer job? Whatever your situation, there could be an opportunity for you with the NCS Team at South West Lakes this summer or autumn.

Don’t worry, you don’t need loads of experience with young people, outdoor activities or residentials to apply for NCS roles - all we ask is that you’re a reliable, outgoing character who is willing to learn as they go about training and within the role, and you could find yourself working in the summer sun enjoying outdoor activities, making memories for life and getting yourself some invaluable experience for your C.V. or your university course.

 

Visit our vacancies page here. 

Visit the NCS vacancies page here.