1:1 Outdoor Education Teacher AP

Tradewind Recruitment; Salterforth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational alternative provision in Barnoldswick, Lancashire, is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Outdoor Education Teacher. This role focuses on delivering personalized outdoor education programs, enabling students with SEMH/SEND to thrive through engaging outdoor experiences, with a start date of 30th June 2025. Candidates can be qualified teachers or experienced outdoor instructors, passionate about fostering a love for learning and resilience in young people.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development in outdoor education and SEND

Supportive and forward-thinking AP setting

Direct impact on student success

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEMH/SEND.
• Significant experience in outdoor education or youth work.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering bespoke 1:1 outdoor activities.
• Using outdoor challenges to teach core skills and improve emotional regulation.
• Developing personalized learning plans (PLPs) for students.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Passion for Outdoor Pursuits

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS)

Relevant qualifications in outdoor education (e.g., Mountain Leader, Forest School Leader)

Job description

Do you combine a passion for the outdoors with the ability to connect with young people on an individual level? Our Alternative Provision (AP) in Barnoldswick, Lancashire, is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Outdoor Education Teacher to inspire and re-engage students through tailored outdoor learning experiences. We welcome applications from both qualified teachers and experienced outdoor instructors/youth workers.

This unique role focuses on delivering personalised outdoor education programmes to students who benefit from a hands-on, alternative approach. You'll use the outdoors to build confidence, resilience, teamwork, and a love for learning, starting on 30th June 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning and delivering bespoke 1:1 outdoor activities, adapting to individual student needs and interests.
• Using outdoor challenges to teach core skills, build positive relationships, and improve emotional regulation.
• Developing and implementing personalised learning plans (PLPs) focused on both practical skills and academic progress.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with students, many of whom have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs or SEND.
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of students during all activities.
• Collaborating with the AP team to provide holistic support.

We are looking for someone with:

• A genuine passion for outdoor pursuits and their educational benefits.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially with vulnerable young people.
• The ability to adapt activities and teaching methods to individual needs.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) OR significant experience in outdoor education/youth work, with relevant qualifications (e.g., Mountain Leader, Forest School Leader) and experience supporting students with SEMH/SEND.

Why join our Barnoldswick AP?

• The chance to make a direct and lasting impact on individual student success.
• Work within a supportive and forward-thinking AP setting.
• Opportunity for professional development in outdoor education and SEND.
• Stunning Lancashire location, with a start date of 30th June 2025.

To Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and passion for outdoor education in a 1:1 setting to (url removed)