Outdoor Education Teacher Burnley

Tradewind Recruitment; Burnley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative Alternative Provision school in Burnley is looking for an Outdoor Education Teacher to start immediately or in September 2025. This rewarding role will engage students through experiential learning in a safe environment, effectively addressing the needs of those with SEMH challenges, while delivering enriching outdoor programmes.

Qualifications

• Strong practical outdoor skills and knowledge.
• Experience working with young people with complex needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering outdoor learning programmes.
• Monitoring student progress and adapting activities to meet needs.
• Managing and maintaining outdoor equipment.

Skills

Behaviour management

Outdoor skills

Youth engagement

Education

Teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS)

NGB awards

Forest School Leader

Job description

Are you a dynamic and experienced Outdoor Education professional seeking a challenging yet incredibly rewarding role? Our forward-thinking Alternative Provision (AP) school in Burnley, Lancashire, is recruiting for an Outdoor Education Teacher to join our team for an immediate or September 2025 start.

This unique opportunity is perfect for individuals who can engage and inspire young people who have found mainstream education challenging. We prioritise experiential learning and personal development through a rich outdoor curriculum. Whether you are a qualified teacher or have substantial experience in outdoor leadership and youth work, we want to hear from you.

The Role: As our Outdoor Education Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Designing and delivering diverse outdoor learning programmes (e.g., bushcraft, hiking, climbing, water sports, Duke of Edinburgh, team-building).
• Facilitating a safe and nurturing environment where students can build confidence and life skills.
• Adapting activities to meet the specific needs of students in an AP setting, including those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Monitoring student progress and contributing to their individual learning plans.
• Managing and maintaining outdoor equipment to ensure safety and readiness.

Essential Qualities:

• Proven ability to work effectively with young people, particularly those with complex needs.
• Strong practical outdoor skills and knowledge.
• Excellent behaviour management and de-escalation techniques.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS) highly desirable but not essential; relevant outdoor education qualifications (e.g., NGB awards, Forest School Leader) and significant experience are equally valued.

Join our dedicated team in Burnley, Lancashire! For an informal discussion or to apply, please send your CV and a detailed cover letter to (url removed) , indicating your preferred start date (Immediate or September 2025).