The Climbing Hangar Reading are looking for an experienced Route Setter to join their creative setting team. 

Keed to Know Info:

Job Role: Route Setter

Job Type: Permanent, Part Time, 2 DAY WORKING WEEK (Mon & Tue)– 20 hours pw

Salary: £26k (PRO RATA)

Location: TCH Reading

Application Deadline: 30th August 2024

About TCH Route Setting:

Our vision is to inspire Bolder living through our route setting.  You will be responsible for ensuring the Hangar has a positive impact on people's lives and for driving our commercial success by setting incredible boulder problems and making customers feel great. By doing this you will make the world of climbing accessible to as many people as possible and deliver an exceptional experience.

Who is our perfect setter?

• Someone that wants to see others succeed – If sandbagging is your speciality, don't apply here.
• Super creative with a good understanding of modern indoor climbing.
• Desire to learn, be adaptable and develop yourself as a route setter for TCH.
• Doesn't have an ego but does have a strong sense of athletic empathy for climbers of all ability.
• Avid climber with a huge passion for the sport.
• Someone who can work hard with a keen eye for smaller details.
• Exudes high levels of professionalism whilst retaining maximum fun factor.

What's in it for you?

• Progressive pathway alongside like-minded creative individuals.
• Competitive salary
• Training, learning and development opportunities
• 28 days annual leave per year (Pro-rata & inclusive of bank holidays)
• Free climbing shoe allowance
• 2 day working week
• Private health care
• Weekly self-development hours
• Free climbing access to all sites for you and plus one.
• Opportunities to travel and set at other Hangars around the country.
• Generous team discounts on food and gear from our cafes & shops

Minimum Requirements:

Whilst we welcome all applications, this role requires a high level of previous setting experience. Candidates will be a highly skilled setter who has experience assisting either a Head Setter or other freelancers. If you believe you have adequate experience, feel free to fire over an application.

To apply: Please send CV and cover letter explaining why you think you would be the next greatest setter for The Climbing Hangar Reading to [email protected]