LOTC Advisor / Practitioner

Edsential Community Interest Company; Sutton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Training and development

Supportive team environment

Collaboration and innovation

Job summary

Edsential is seeking a dedicated LOTC Advisor to join our team in Cheshire. The role offers fixed-location working hours (term-time, 42 weeks) and 29.6 hours per week, with flexibility across up to four days.

You will provide expert risk management guidance to Head Teachers and EVCs, deliver CPD for visit leaders, and deliver high-quality LOtC activity in school and community settings. The role supports curriculum development and OFSTED alignment while monitoring impact and continuing

Qualifications

• Degree and two other relevant qualifications in health and safety or outdoor education.
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety guidelines for educational visits.
• Member of OEAP, LOtC, or IOL.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative problem-solver for LOtC activities.
• Committed to ongoing professional development with national guidance.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert risk management guidance to Head Teachers and EVCs.
• Deliver CPD for visit leaders and EVCs.
• Deliver high-quality LOTC activities in school and community.
• Develop outdoor learning projects that enhance engagement.
• Promote LOtC services and align with OFSTED.
• Monitor and evaluate LOtC initiatives for impact.

Skills

Risk management

Health and Safety

CPD delivery

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Professional development

Education

Relevant degree

IOSH/NEBOSH

QTS

Forest School Practitioner

Environmental Education

NGB

Job description

Job Title: LOTC Advisor
Company: Edsential
Salary: £32,252-£38,957 per annum FTE
Location: Cheshire (Fixed Location)

Hours : 29.6 Hours per week, Term Time - 42 Weeks per year
Are you passionate about Learning Outside the Classroom and keen to support schools in delivering exceptional educational experiences? Edsential is seeking a dedicated LOTC Advisor to join our team. With flexibility of up to four days a week across 42 weeks a year, this role presents an exciting opportunity to impact young learners across five Local Authorities and independent schools.

Job Purpose

Our motto is Enjoy, Engage, Enrich, Explore. As an LOtC Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in helping schools plan and deliver safe educational visits, addressing their Health and Safety responsibilities while championing best practice. You will foster a love of learning by providing first-hand experiences that enrich the curriculum and support the development of LOtC within educational settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and guidance to Head Teachers and Educational Visit Coordinators (EVCs) on risk management and statutory Health and Safety responsibilities.
• Offer engaging 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.

Ideal Candidate

• Relevant Degree and at least 2 other relevent qualifications, i.e IOSH/NEBOSH, QTS, L3 Forest SchoolPractitioner, Environmental Education, NGB, or significant experience deliveringto children and young people.
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety guidelines for educational visits.
• Member of one of the following OEAP, LOtC, IOL.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• A creative problem-solver with the ability to navigate the practical challenges of implementing LOtC activities.
• Committed to continuous professional development and staying up-to-date with national guidance and best practices.

Benefits on Offer

• Competitive salary with potential for growth based on experience.
• Flexibility in work arrangements, allowing for a work-life balance.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful educational experiences for young people.
• Access to continued professional development and training.
• Supportive working environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation.

At Edsential, we believe in the power of learning beyond the classroom. We are dedicated to creating enriching educational experiences and fostering a culture of support and development.

If you are ready to make a difference in the world of educational visits and outdoor learning, we would love to hear from you.

For further information about the role, please contact Bethan Cooper Weston on 0151 541 2170 option 4 or 07710707125.

We take pride in training and inducting our employees, so everyone has the skills they require to successfully carry out their role. In return, we want your commitment to work hard and to make a big difference!

For further information about this role please or email [e-mail].

Edsential regard safeguarding with the highest priority. Applicants for posts will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant checks and enhanced DBS.

Closing Date

03.11.2026

Interviews

Interviews to take place on 9th/10th November 2026. Additional Dates for practical observation may be required.