We’re looking for enthusiastic and experienced climbing professionals to join the team at Summit Up Climbing Centre, Oldham. This varied role combines climbing instruction and reception duties, working with a wide range of customers and abilities. You’ll help deliver safe, fun and high-quality sessions while providing excellent customer service.
Summit Up Climbing Centre which opened in Oldham in September 2021 is one of the most exciting facilities of its kind!
Featuring the largest Clip 'n Climb in the north of England, bouldering, roped climbing, soft play and cafe we aim to provide a fantastic experience for people of all ages and abilities.
We are looking for motivated and experienced individuals to join our team as Duty Manager and Climbing Instructors to help with the day to day running of the Centre.
To instruct a variety of sessions from school groups and coaching to NICAS and taster sessions.
To work reception as required including cash handling and performing competency tests.
Ensure the highest levels of customer service and safety are maintained at all times and that Summit Up is well represented.
Take on additional responsibility dependent on experience.
Instruct to a high standard as required.
Be professional, approachable and friendly at all times.
Be flexible and available to work evenings and weekends as required.
Experience of working in the climbing wall industry.
Hold relevant climbing instructor qualifications. Whilst CWI or RCI is a minimum we would consider those with ICA looking to progress in the industry.
Excellent verbal and organizational skills.
Ability to use own initiative and solve problems.
Enjoy working as part of a team whilst being an enthusiastic self-starter.
Passionate about climbing and awareness of industry trends.
Have a solid level of instructing experience, ideally across a broad range of ages and abilities.
Have excellent customer service skills.
Experience of performing PPE inspections.
Experience of delivering NICAS sessions.
Experience of using an EPoS system.
Knowledge of Clip 'N Climb operations.
Hold a coaching or CWDI qualification.
A casual or hours contract is available for the right candidate. Evening, weekend and Bank Holiday work will be required. It will be based at Summit Up Climbing Centre, Oldham.
Competitive hourly rate.
Annual leave allowance and pension contribution.
Free climbing and cafe discount.
Training and support to help development.
Discounted climbing equipment.
Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to [email protected] by close of business on Sunday 13th September.
An immediate start is available for the right candidate.
Closing Date: 13th September
Christmas & New Year Opening Hours at Summit Up
Sunday 13th December – Closing early at 6pm for our staff Christmas party.
Christmas Eve – Open 10am–4pm
Christmas Day – Closed
Boxing Day – Closed
New Year's Eve – Open 10am–4pm
New Year's Day – Closed
December 2026 – March 2027
The Summit Up Winter Boulder League is back, bringing you fresh boulder problems, monthly challenges and the chance to battle your way up the leaderboard!
Each round brings a new set of problems to tackle, giving you the chance to test your strength, technique and problem-solving skills against other climbers.
Ready to put your climbing to the test this winter?
Friday 27th – Sunday 29th November 2026
Three days. A completely fresh set of boulders. One big competition!
We're stripping our entire bouldering area and setting a brand-new range of competition problems to put your climbing to the test. Expect challenging moves, tricky sequences and plenty of opportunities to push your limits, rack up points and climb your way up the leaderboard!