Education and Activities Engagement Officer - Camping in the New Forest

Camping in the New Forest; Brockenhurst; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their team in delivering engaging outdoor education experiences. This role involves planning and implementing a variety of activities in the beautiful New Forest National Park, focusing on education and community engagement. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and the public, along with a strong interest in outdoor activities and local ecology. Join a dedicated team committed to inspiring others through nature and making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Free yearlong electric pitch for own accommodation

Qualifications

• Experience in outdoor education or as an activity instructor is beneficial.
• Knowledge of the New Forest environment is essential.
• Passion for engaging with children and the public.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver outdoor-based educational activities.
• Lead guided walks and bike rides at campsites.
• Collaborate with local schools and stakeholders for events.

Skills

Outdoor Education and Activity Training

Leading Groups Outdoors

Child Safeguarding Knowledge

Health and Safety Requirements

Effective Communication Skills

Driving Licence

Microsoft Office Competency

Job description

Job Type: Full time – 37.5 hours

Location: Brockenhurst

Reporting to: Chief Executive

Some weekend working at certain times of the year

If required we can provide free yearlong electric pitch available to applicants with own accommodation at one of our campsites.

About Us

The New Forest Agricultural Show Society is based at New Park Farm, a 230-acre site in the heart of the New Forest National Park. As well as running the annual three-day New Forest & Hampshire County Show, the Society operates 11 campsites (under our trading company Camping in the New Forest), a holiday cottage and hosts numerous other events throughout the year.

As part of our charitable remit, we have a strong commitment to education across all aspects of the organisation with a particular focus on agriculture and the breeding of stock, horticulture, forestry, equestrianism and rural crafts. We are also committed to raising awareness of the unique and special environment in which we operate, the importance of the habitats and wildlife within the national park and how visitors and residents alike can help to protect it for future generations. Our aim is to expand our educational offering through fun and informative activities that are easily accessible to both visitors and our local community including school groups.

This is a varied role based at New Park but will also involve delivering engagement activities across our campsites and working with partner organisations.

Background and Experience

Ideally you will have knowledge of the local area, specifically in relation to the unique way in which the Forest operates, coupled with an interest in the agriculture, horticulture, forestry, equestrianism and rural crafts. Developing safe and stimulating environments in which to learn as well as adhering to appropriate safeguarding and health and safety policies is a priority.

Experience in outdoor education, previous teaching experience or a background as an activity instructor will all be useful skills for this exciting and varied position.

You will have a real passion for working with the general public, children in particular and the ability to bring a diverse range of activities to life ensuring those taking part have a memorable experience.

Specific Accountabilities

Working with our Head of Charity & Educational Experiences to provide the educational arm of the society. You will be able to enthusiastically plan, implement and deliver a varied programme of exciting and authentic outdoor based activities both at New Park and at our most popular campsites. The role will include leading guided walks/ bike rides, creating and delivering bespoke sessions for local schools and working with other local stakeholders to co-organise or attend one off events.

To ensure these activities are delivered in a safe, fun, and engaging manner.

You will also play an active part in the educational element of the annual New Forest & Hampshire County Show.

Supporting the Head of Charity & Head of Educational Experiences to develop and evaluate our educational offering and further build relationships with local schools, organisations and industry partners.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Outdoor Education and Activity Training
• Experience of leading groups outdoors
• Knowledge of Child Safeguarding
• Knowledge and confidence of the appropriate health and safety requirements for outdoor activities
• Knowledge of or the willingness to learn about the unique environment of the New Forest National Park and have the ability to adapt activities to encompass local context
• Excellent and effective communication skills
• A passion to inspire others through nature
• A full and current Driving Licence
• Ideally, the right candidate will have:
• Outdoor and Paediatric First Aid Training
• Competency in using Microsoft Office programmes.
• Good experience of collaboration within the educational arena

Personal Attributes

• Passionate and creative
• Strong eye for detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A strong team player, but also able to work alone
• Demonstrable ability to multi-task and work to tight deadlines
• Good organisation and planning skills
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and a positive attitude
• Practical approach and able to problem solve

Please send your CV to [e-mail]