Outdoor Education & PE Instructor — Forest School & DofE Leader

Outcomes First Group; Heaton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Vista Benefits Platform

UK/International discounts

Cycle to Work & EV Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Underley Garden School, part of Outcomes First Group, is seeking an enthusiastic Outdoor Education & PE Instructor to join a dedicated team. This role combines outdoor learning with physical education to support pupils with complex needs.

You will lead Forest School activities, PE sessions, and educational visits, delivering memorable experiences daily. You will plan engaging sessions, assess progress, and maintain safety and equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and delivering Outdoor Education and/or Physical Education programmes.
• Experience leading learning within classroom or outdoor settings.
• Excellent behaviour management and communication skills.
• Inspires and motivates learners of varying ages and abilities.
• Strong organisational skills to manage staff and resources.
• Driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging Outdoor Education and PE sessions for pupils with diverse learning needs.
• Creating inclusive activities that promote confidence, independence, teamwork and wellbeing.
• Assessing pupil progress and adapting learning to maximise achievement.
• Leading educational visits, outdoor learning experiences and Duke of Edinburgh activities.
• Completing risk assessments and maintaining high standards of health and safety.
• Maintaining outdoor resources, tools and equipment for safe learning.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues to promote engagement.
• Contributing to the ongoing development of an innovative outdoor learning curriculum.

Skills

Outdoor Education

Physical Education

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Motivation & engagement

Leadership

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 Forest School Leadership

Paediatric First Aid

Food Hygiene Certificate

Forest School experience

Job description

Underley Garden School, part of Outcomes First Group, is seeking an enthusiastic Outdoor Education & PE Instructor to join a dedicated team. This role combines outdoor learning with physical education to support pupils with complex needs.

You will lead Forest School activities, PE sessions, and educational visits, delivering memorable experiences daily. You will plan engaging sessions, assess progress, and maintain safety and equipment.