Matt Butlin
Foxton,Leicestershire
Summary
Hello, I'm Matt. I'm an experienced Outdoor Instructor who loves helping people build confidence and enjoy the outdoors, whether that's on the hill, at the crag, on the water, or on a bike. I bring a calm, supportive approach and focus on creating safe, positive experiences that allow groups to learn and have fun. With a strong mix of nationally recognised qualifications, I'm confident working with a wide range of ages and abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Outdoor Instructor
Dynamic Adventures
Totnes, Devon
2024.10 - 2025.09
- As an Outdoor instructor, I led groups in various outdoor settings, including mountain walking, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking, and more.
- I managed planning practice and assessments for the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze, Silver, and Gold.
- I have worked with diverse groups, including young children, adults, and groups with disabilities.
Warehouse sustainable fashion operative
Thrift +
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
2024.05 - 2024.09
- Quality control
- Photography of clothing to be uploaded to the website
- Picking and dispatching items
Ski Lift operator
Sun Peaks Resort
Sun Peaks, British Columbia, Canada
2023.11 - 2024.04
- Responsible for the safe daily operation of the mountain lifts during the ski season
- Assist in parking, tube time, and RFID ticket checks
- Communicating hazards and problems to supervisors
Turf matainence
Kananaskis country golf course
Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada
2023.05 - 2023.10
- Daily mowing assignments on Greens, Tees, Fairways, and rough areas
- Landscape maintenance, including creeks, ponds, and forested areas
- Small-scale landscaping projects such as sodding, tree-trimming, flower planting, and irrigation fixes
Ski Lift Operator
Sun Peaks Resort
Sun Peaks, British Columbia, Canada
2023.01 - 2023.04
Warehouse sustainable fashion operative
Thrift +
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
2022.09 - 2023.01
Camp counsellor and Lifeguard
Camp Muskoka
Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada
2022.05 - 2022.08
- Responsible for looking after a group of 20 children in a cabin with other counsellors
- Taking them to meals throughout the day and making sure they get to activities on time
- Lifeguarding on the lake
- Running activities and keeping the children engaged and safe throughout the week
Warehouse sustainable fashion operative
Thrift +
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
2021.09 - 2022.05
PADI Divemaster internship
Latchi Watersports
Latchi, Cyprus
2021.06 - 2021.09
- Gaining PADI qualifications in Scuba diving up to Divemaster
- Setting up the dive kit and assisting with customers on dives
- Driving customers out on boats
- Giving map and boat briefings and providing professional customer service
Multi-activity instructor
High Adventure
Bromsgrove, Worcestershire
2019.06 - 2019.08
- Setting up, managing, and running activity sessions
- Overseeing equipment and domestic duties
- Completed and filed daily records, accident and incident forms, and records of plans and routines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Outdoor Adventure Leadership and Management
University of Worcester
2018.09 - 2021.06
BTEC - Sport and Exercise science
Leicester College
2017.09 - 2018.06
GCSEs -
Robert Smyth Academy
Skills
- Mountain Leader
- Rock Climbing Instructor
- Climbing Wall Instructor
- Paddlesports Leader
- Paddlesports safety and rescue
- MIAS Level 12
- Duke of Edinburgh assessor
- FAA Outdoor First Aid Level 3
- Level 1 safeguarding
- Enhanced DBS
- Full clean driver's license
Timeline
Outdoor Instructor
Dynamic Adventures
2024.10 - 2025.09
Warehouse sustainable fashion operative
Thrift +
2024.05 - 2024.09
Ski Lift operator
Sun Peaks Resort
2023.11 - 2024.04
Turf matainence
Kananaskis country golf course
2023.05 - 2023.10
Ski Lift Operator
Sun Peaks Resort
2023.01 - 2023.04
Warehouse sustainable fashion operative
Thrift +
2022.09 - 2023.01
Camp counsellor and Lifeguard
Camp Muskoka
2022.05 - 2022.08
Warehouse sustainable fashion operative
Thrift +
2021.09 - 2022.05
PADI Divemaster internship
Latchi Watersports
2021.06 - 2021.09
Multi-activity instructor
High Adventure
2019.06 - 2019.08
Bachelor of Science - Outdoor Adventure Leadership and Management
University of Worcester
2018.09 - 2021.06
BTEC - Sport and Exercise science
Leicester College
2017.09 - 2018.06
GCSEs -
Robert Smyth Academy