Outdoor Education Support Mentor

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consultant support

CPD and training

Competitive pay

Potential longer-term opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking an enthusiastic Outdoor Education Learning Support Assistant to join a partner setting in East Devon. The role involves supporting students in both classroom and outdoor activities, helping them build confidence and practical skills through experiential learning.

The ideal candidate is passionate about outdoor education, has experience with young people, and can work outdoors in various weather conditions with a patient and supportive approach.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people.
• Interest in outdoor education, sport, or the environment.
• Confident working outdoors in varied weather.
• Patient, calm and supportive approach.
• Able to build positive relationships with young people.

Responsibilities

• Support students during outdoor learning and practical activities.
• Help students develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support as required.
• Encourage positive engagement with learning and activities.
• Support students with behavioural, social and emotional needs.
• Deliver outdoor learning, environmental projects and teamwork exercises.
• Build trusting relationships with students.
• Help students overcome barriers to learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and student responsibility.

Skills

Outdoor education

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptability

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking an enthusiastic Outdoor Education Learning Support Assistant to join a partner setting in East Devon. The role involves supporting students in both classroom and outdoor activities, helping them build confidence and practical skills through experiential learning.

The ideal candidate is passionate about outdoor education, has experience with young people, and can work outdoors in various weather conditions with a patient and supportive approach.