Chief Route Setter: Impact Route Setting
https://www.impactroutesetting.co.uk
https://www.impactroutesetting.co.uk/_files/ugd/8a36c9_1962bd6a793f44e6b8848eac0baddd28.pdf
Location: Redpoint & Flashpoint Bristol
Contract: Part-time (3 days/week: Monday–Wednesday)
Salary: £33,000 to £35,000 pro-rata, depending on experience
Start Date: August/September (or as soon as possible)
Application Deadline: 28th July 2025
We’re excited to offer an opportunity to join Impact Route Setting as a Chief Route Setter, leading our route setting team across Redpoint and Flashpoint Bristol. We’re looking for a passionate, experienced setter who’s ready to lead, inspire, and ensure the highest quality climbing experiences for our community. This is a key leadership role within our setting team, ideal for an experienced setter ready to take the next step in their career. You’ll work closely with Impact’s directors to shape the route setting experience across both centres and play a pivotal role in mentoring and developing our team of Assistant Route Setters.
What You’ll Be Doing
● Leading setting days as Chief at both Redpoint and Flashpoint Bristol.
● Ensuring consistent, high-quality route setting tailored to each centre’s needs.
● Managing day-to-day setting operations, team progress, and quality control.
● Supporting and mentoring Assistant Route Setters along their development pathway.
● Helping to plan and deliver events, competitions, and workshops.
● Building and maintaining strong working relationships with site teams.
● Upholding and implementing Impact’s setting policies and procedures.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential Experience
● At least 2 years of professional route setting, including rope setting.
● Experience in leading or coordinating route setting teams.
Desirable Experience
● Experience developing or mentoring less experienced setters.
● Experience in team or operations management.
● Relevant Qualifications, including: RSD (rope and boulder), First Aid, MEWP Licence (3a and 3b)
Key Attributes
We’re looking for someone who leads by example and brings energy, reliability, and professionalism to the team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
● Leadership: Confident in managing a team, giving constructive feedback, and maintaining a positive team culture.
● Passion for Route Setting: A deep enthusiasm for crafting excellent climbs that inspire all ability levels.
● Passion for Climbing: Whether it’s outdoor adventures or indoor sessions, we want someone who lives and breathes climbing.
● Problem Solving & Decision Making: Able to think on your feet and keep the setting day running smoothly.
● Reliability: Committed to maintaining the high standards Impact is known for.
● Team Player: Willing to get stuck in and lead from the front, especially when the job gets tough.
● Quick Learner: Keen to develop your skills and adapt to the unique challenges of each setting day.
What You’ll Get
● Mentoring and support from Impact’s directors, Ben Norman and Cailean Harker.
● Regular training opportunities and paid qualifications.
● Free climbing shoes allowance.
● North Face team kit and access to up to 70% off via the prosumer deal.
● Invitations to annual Impact team climbing trips.
● Opportunities to join Impact’s setting team for major comps and events.
● Career progression within Impact as we continue to grow.
How to Apply Please send your CV and a cover letter (max 1 A4 page) explaining why you’re a great fit for the role to ben@impactroutesetting.co.uk with the subject line: "Impact Chief Route Setter Application"
Key Dates:
● Applications close: 28th July
● Interview invites sent: 1st August
● Start date: August/September (or as soon as possible) For more information about the role or working with us, contact Ben Norman at ben@impactroutesetting.co.uk.
