What Rockley Means to.........Adam

1. Development Opportunities

“For me, Rockley means growth. I have been given so many chances to develop through courses and qualifications, and I am constantly trusted with more responsibility and new challenges. It is not just a job where you stay still. You are encouraged to push yourself and see what you are capable of.”

Adam’s journey highlights one of Rockley’s core strengths. We invest in our people, and we back them to step up. Whether that is gaining instructor qualifications, leading teams or taking on new projects, development is part of everyday life here.

2. The Bond of the Team

“Our Buddens team is special because so many of us came through the educational side of Rockley. College, trainee schemes, apprenticeships. We already knew each other before becoming senior staff, so there is a genuine bond. We have grown up in Rockley together.”

That shared experience creates something unique. It is not just colleagues turning up to work. It is a team that understands each other’s journeys and supports one another as they continue to grow.

3. Adapting and Seeing Real Accomplishment

“One of the most rewarding parts of my role is adapting sessions for different ages and abilities. We work closely with SEN groups, and being able to support young people to achieve things they might never have believed possible is huge. Seeing that confidence grow is what makes it worth it.”

Rockley is about opportunity for everyone. For Adam, it is not just about delivering activities. It is about changing perspectives and opening doors.

4. Working My Hobbies

“I am lucky that my job is built around the hobbies I love. When you are passionate about what you teach, that energy spreads. I can help others understand it, enjoy it and push themselves. It also keeps me developing in my own time because I genuinely want to keep improving.”

When work and passion align, it shows. That enthusiasm is often what inspires the next generation of instructors.

5. A Variety of Scenery

“No two days are the same. Depending on the week, I could be across all three centres. It keeps things fresh. New scenery, new groups, new challenges.”

From coast to countryside, Rockley’s settings are as varied as the people who work within them. For Adam, that variety keeps the job exciting and constantly evolving.