Lead Outdoor & Adventure Education Instructor

Institute for Outdoor Learning; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Myddelton College seeks an experienced Outdoor and Adventure Instructor to lead practical delivery across 3–18 age groups. The role includes planning, safety leadership, and connecting practical activity with theory while delivering DofE training and expeditions.

The post requires substantial outdoor instruction experience, the ability to work independently, and a qualification in paddlesport alongside recognised safety training.

Qualifications

• Substantial professional experience as an outdoor instructor.
• Experience leading practical outdoor activities independently.
• Ability to plan and manage full activity days.
• Experience working with children and young people.
• Ability to support theory lessons alongside practical delivery.
• Willingness to work across the College’s full age range 3–18.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality practical Outdoor and Adventure Education.
• Lead activities with pupils across 3–18 age range.
• Adapt activities and delivery to pupils’ development levels.
• Lead expeditions and Duke of Edinburgh’s Award activities.
• Assist with classroom‑based and theory lessons connected to the outdoor curriculum.
• Ensure safety, risk management and environment stewardship.

Skills

Outdoor instruction

Risk assessment

Curriculum delivery

Communication with pupils

Team leadership

Education

Paddlesport Leader/Instructor qualification

Outdoor First Aid qualification

Full UK driving licence

Safeguarding training

Job description

Myddelton College seeks an experienced Outdoor and Adventure Instructor to lead practical delivery across 3–18 age groups. The role includes planning, safety leadership, and connecting practical activity with theory while delivering DofE training and expeditions.

The post requires substantial outdoor instruction experience, the ability to work independently, and a qualification in paddlesport alongside recognised safety training.