Outdoor Education Lead Instructor: Field-based Learning

The Bedford College Group; Old Warden; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Bank holidays

People’s Pension

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Access to college courses

Job summary

The Bedford College Group is seeking an Outdoor Education Instructor to join the Outdoor Education department at Shuttleworth College, Old Warden. The role involves delivering practical and classroom learning, developing learners’ vocational skills and leading on health and safety in outdoor settings.

Applicants should have GCSE English and Maths, a recognised First Aid qualification, a full UK driving licence, and at least two outdoor instructor qualifications, with a commitment to ongoing

Qualifications

• Holds GCSE English and Maths.
• A recognised First Aid qualification and a full UK driving licence.
• At least two nationally recognised outdoor instructor qualifications.
• Commitment to maintaining and developing industry-relevant skills and accreditations.

Responsibilities

• Outdoor Education Instruction & Learner Development - Deliver engaging practical and classroom-based learning across outdoor education programmes, developing learners’ vocational skills, knowledge and professional competence through high-quality coaching, assessment and feedback.
• Programme Delivery & Quality Assurance - Prepare learning materials and resources, undertake assessment and internal quality assurance activities, monitor learner progress, and ensure programmes meet awarding body and curriculum requirements.
• Practical Resource & Equipment Management - Oversee outdoor education equipment, facilities and practical learning environments, maintaining resources, records and inventories in line with College procedures, quality standards and financial regulations.
• Health, Safety & Student Management - Lead on health and safety within practical areas, conduct risk assessments, ensure compliance with industry regulations, maintain safe working environments, and manage student behaviour in accordance with College policies.
• Recruitment, Collaboration & Professional Standards - Support marketing and student recruitment activities, participate in team and College-wide meetings, and promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, continuous professional development, and high standards of professional practice.

Skills

Outdoor instruction

Learner development

Health & safety

Classroom delivery

Mentoring

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

First Aid certificate

UK driving licence

Outdoor instructor qualifications (2+)

Job description

The Bedford College Group is seeking an Outdoor Education Instructor to join the Outdoor Education department at Shuttleworth College, Old Warden. The role involves delivering practical and classroom learning, developing learners’ vocational skills and leading on health and safety in outdoor settings.

Applicants should have GCSE English and Maths, a recognised First Aid qualification, a full UK driving licence, and at least two outdoor instructor qualifications, with a commitment to ongoing