Outdoor Education Lead

Meade Hill School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambition Community Trust is seeking an Outdoor Education Lead to develop and deliver an engaging outdoor education programme at Castlefield Campus in Manchester. The role focuses on transforming learning through visits, expeditions and the John Muir Award while building confidence, resilience and teamwork among pupils.

The successful candidate will lead the outdoor programme, ensure safety, coordinate with families and staff, and contribute to personal development and engagement in education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people.
• Experience organising educational visits.
• Ability to drive a school minibus with a full UK licence.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of pupils.

Responsibilities

• Lead outdoor education sessions across Castlefield Campus.
• Plan and deliver visits, expeditions and enrichment activities.
• Collaborate with pupils, families, staff and external partners to create inclusive experiences.
• Ensure activities are delivered safely, and DBS checks are completed as required.

Skills

Outdoor education

Driving license

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Band 6 SCP 20-25

35 Hours per Week | Term Time Only plus INSET (39 Weeks)

Permanent Position

Location: Castlefield Campus, Jackson Cres, Manchester M15 5AL

Are you passionate about the power of outdoor learning to transform the lives of young people?

Ambition Community Trust is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and innovative Outdoor Education Lead to develop and deliver an engaging outdoor education programme across our Castlefield Campus. The successful candidate will play a key role in creating memorable learning experiences that build confidence, resilience, teamwork and independence in our pupils.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead educational visits, expeditions, enrichment activities and outdoor learning opportunities, including the development of programmes such as the John Muir Award. You will work closely with pupils, families, staff and external partners to provide inclusive and inspiring experiences that support personal development, wellbeing and engagement in education.

We are looking for someone with experience of working with children and young people, organising educational visits and managing outdoor activities safely. The successful candidate will be a confident communicator, highly organised and committed to helping young people overcome barriers to learning through meaningful outdoor experiences. A full UK driving licence and the ability to drive a school minibus are essential.

At Ambition Community Trust, we are committed to improving outcomes for children and young people through innovative, inclusive and relational practice. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and grow outdoor education across the campus and make a lasting difference to the lives of our pupils.

Ambition Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and safer recruitment checks.

We are dedicated to fostering the well-being of young people and vulnerable adults, ensuring that all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Our commitment extends to creating a safe, inclusive environment where everyone’s contributions are valued. All appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. As we are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, we have the right to consider criminal history in our recruitment process to ensure the safety and welfare of those we serve.

We also strive to promote equality and challenge discrimination, focusing on building stronger connections within our community. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, embracing the diversity that strengthens our collective well-being.