Field Studies Tutor

Field Studies Council; Loughton; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A nature-focused educational organization in Loughton seeks an Outdoor Educator to plan and deliver curriculum-linked outdoor activities for schools. The role offers a competitive salary of circa £27,350 per annum, excellent benefits including 28 days leave, and the opportunity to work in beautiful natural settings. Experience in outdoor education and the ability to lead diverse student groups are essential. Interested candidates should apply before 19th October 2025.

Benefits

28 days leave plus bank holidays

Health Cash Plan

Life insurance

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and delivering educational programs in natural environments.
• Ability to lead diverse groups safely in outdoor settings.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage students effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum-linked activities for schools in outdoor settings.
• Plan and lead field-based courses focused on nature and environment.
• Contribute to other tasks at an education center when not field-based.

Skills

Great work ethic

Aptitude and attitude

Flexible approach

Professional manner

Empathy with aims of Field Studies Council

Proactive approach to personal development

Job description

Plan your lessons using field sites within Epping Forest and London, including the royal parks!

• Permanent full-time contract – average 37.5 hours per week
• Weekly hours will vary across the year, with more during busy periods and fewer in quieter weeks.
• Circa £27,350 per annum + excellent benefits – including 28 days leave + bank holidays, life assurance and a health cash plan + much more!
• Your new place of work is in a beautiful location, be surrounded by nature on your breaks.
• We have accommodation available - relocate to work outdoors!

Love where you work!

Established in 1943, our network of Learning Locations provides day and residential outdoor education courses for all ages. We aim to create outstanding opportunities for everyone to learn about nature.

We value each of our team members and understand that every role is vital to deliver our mission, so, we provide great benefits to reward and support you while you work with us.

What you’ll be doing

This role will see you working with primary and secondary schools, colleges, and universities to deliver curriculum-linked activities that will increase students understanding of nature and the environment.

Your day to day will include developing, planning, and delivering courses in outdoor teaching sites to students on science and geography school trips. This will involve leading groups of all abilities in the local environment, ensuring you always have the health and safety of the group in mind.

When you are not working in the field, you will also be happy to contribute to other aspects of working in a busy education centre. This is a very active role, some weeks will be long and tiring, but our tutors find this work very rewarding, and we promise you will too!

Please refer to the vacancy pack on our website for full details of the responsibilities of the role.

Where you’ll be based

Field Studies Council Epping Forest is situated in the heart of Epping Forest, an area of around 2,400 hectares of wood-pasture stretching from Manor Park in East London to just north of Epping in Essex.

Two thirds of the Forest have been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and a Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Our purpose built, fully accessible centre has six classrooms, and associated facilities, with direct access into our teaching sites which include woodland, grassland, heath, and river.

As part of this position, you will also regularly be required to travel and work across our London learning locations. We offer a range of courses across the Capital, using inspiring natural and built sites including Bushy Park, Regents Park, Greenwich Park, Beckenham Place Park, and Stratford.

Through working at a wide range of field sites, our courses can suit a broad variety of educational needs. All our learning locations are fully accessible and are near tube or train stations.

Who we’re looking for

• A great work ethic where aptitude and attitude are key
• A natural pride in the work you produce
• A flexible and adaptive approach able to perform using your own initiative both independently and as a team player
• A professional manner in all that you do
• An empathy with the aims and objectives of Field Studies Council
• A committed and proactive approach to personal development; motivated to learn new skills and overcome new challenges

Sound like the role for you? Come and be part of the team! We look forward to your application.

Your benefits whilst working with us will include:

• Financial - We offer competitive salaries, sick pay, pension schemes, life assurance, 28 days annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays and a further 2 extra loyalty days dependent on length of service.
• Health and Wellbeing - Eligible employees are automatically provided with a Health Cash Plan which you can use to help pay for routine health appointments as well as give you the ability to seek second opinions from top doctors! We also provide our team members with access to a 24hr Counselling Helpline Service.
• Discounts – When you join the team you are also enrolled into our reward programme which gives you discounts on your favourite brands and opportunities to earn cash back on everyday purchases!
• Additional benefits - We endeavour to offer flexible working options where roles permit and are committed to providing our employees with appropriate quality learning and development opportunities.

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please call Jo Vere (Centre Manager) on 020 8502 8500

The closing date for receipt of your completed application is 19th October 2025. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we’re in receipt of sufficient applications. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Interviews are scheduled to take place at Field Studies Council Epping Forest on 28th October 2025. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email.