In-House Route Setter: Impact Route Setting
https://www.impactroutesetting.co.uk
https://www.impactroutesetting.co.uk/_files/ugd/8a36c9_3e088cc4ef0447efb7bafb02f4f5edfb.pdf
Location: Redpoint & Flashpoint Bristol
Contract: Part-time (3 days/week: Monday–Wednesday)
Salary: £30,000 to £32,000 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 an In-House Route Setter, as a key part of our route setting team across Redpoint and Flashpoint Bristol. We’re looking for a passionate, experienced setter who’s ready to push their route setting to bring amazing climbing experiences to the customers at these walls. This is a key 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 Chief Route Setter and Directors to help shape the climbing experience at these walls, ensuring amazing quality climbing that Impact is known for, whilst working as a part of a coherent and professional team.
What You’ll Be Doing
● Route setting as part of the team at both Redpoint and Flashpoint Bristol. Setting both routes and boulders.
● Ensuring consistent, high-quality route setting tailored to each centre’s needs.
● Listening to and taking on feedback from the Chief, Directors and Customers.
● Supporting and mentoring Assistant Route Setters along their development pathway.
● Setting for our busy schedule of events, competitions, and workshops.
● Building and maintaining strong working relationships with site teams.
● Working to 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 working in a cohesive route setting team.
Desirable Experience
● Experience developing or mentoring less experienced setters.
● Competition route setting experience.
● 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:
● 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 do what’s best for the team, 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 In-House Route Setter Application"
Key Dates:
● Applications close: 28th July
● Interview invites sent: 1st August
● Start date: August/September (or as soon as possible)
