LOtC Advisor: Outdoor Learning & Educational Visits

Outdoor Learning; England; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Edsential is seeking a dedicated LOtC Advisor to support schools in delivering safe and engaging outdoor learning across 42 weeks per year, with flexible days up to four per week. The role focuses on planning educational visits, health and safety compliance, and promoting LOtC best practices.

You will provide CPD to staff, guide EVCs, and help develop LOtC projects that enrich the curriculum, across multiple authorities and independent schools.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree and two other qualifications (IOSH/NEBOSH, QTS, Forest School, Environmental Ed, NGB)
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety guidelines for educational visits
• Member of OEAP, LOtC or IOL
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice to Head Teachers and Educational Visit Coordinators on risk management and statutory Health and Safety responsibilities.
• Offer CPD opportunities for youth professionals, delivering training for visit leaders and EVCs.
• Delivery of high quality LOTC activity within both school and community settings.
• Develop and implement innovative outdoor learning projects and programmes that enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Actively promote LOtC services and support curriculum development to align with the current OFSTED framework.
• Conduct routine monitoring and evaluation procedures to gauge the impact of LOtC initiatives in schools and the wider community.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Creative problem-solver

CPD oriented

Education

Degree

IOSH/NEBOSH

QTS

Forest School Practitioner

Environmental Education

Tools

OEAP

LOtC

IOL

Job description

Edsential is seeking a dedicated LOtC Advisor to support schools in delivering safe and engaging outdoor learning across 42 weeks per year, with flexible days up to four per week. The role focuses on planning educational visits, health and safety compliance, and promoting LOtC best practices.

You will provide CPD to staff, guide EVCs, and help develop LOtC projects that enrich the curriculum, across multiple authorities and independent schools.