Larna Parkin

Skills

Outdoor Instruction: Confident delivering a wide range of activities including climbing, kayaking, raft building, archery, bushcraft, and team building.
Safety Awareness: Strong understanding of risk assessments, rescue procedures, and maintaining safe practice in outdoor environments.
Communication: Clear and confident when briefing groups; able to adapt communication to suit different ages and learning needs.
Teamwork & Leadership: Experienced in working collaboratively with other instructors and leading groups independently when required.
Behaviour Management: Developed through working with children and young people in both school and outdoor settings.
Adaptability: Calm and flexible when plans change due to weather, group needs, or environmental conditions.
Inclusivity: Skilled at adapting activities so all participants can take part, including those with SEND or lower confidence.
Customer Service: Friendly and approachable, with experience supporting guests and ensuring they have a positive experience.
Problem Solving: Quick to find safe and creative solutions in dynamic outdoor environments.
Organisation: Able to manage session setup, equipment preparation, and group timings efficiently.

About

I have several years of experience working with children and young people in both education and outdoor settings. I started my career as a Teaching Assistant, where I developed strong communication and behaviour management skills, and I’m now completing my Level 3 Outdoor Activity Instructor Apprenticeship, where I’ve gained hands-on experience delivering sessions such as climbing, raft building, kayaking, bushcraft, archery, and team-building.
I recently achieved my Paddlesport Instructor qualification, alongside other awards including NSRA Air Rifles, Archery GB, and Lifeguarding. These have given me a solid foundation in safety, instruction, and adapting sessions to different ability levels. I take pride in being friendly, approachable, and adaptable — I enjoy helping participants build confidence and seeing them achieve something new.
I’ve also supported school residentials, led activity sessions independently, and developed the ability to stay calm under pressure while maintaining a positive and professional attitude. I’m passionate about the outdoors and always willing to learn.