Outdoor Education Lead: Expeditions, Growth & Wellbeing

SAMpeople; 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

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.