Outdoor Education Teacher - Burnley

Justteachers Ltd; Burnley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in the Burnley area is seeking a Trainee Outdoor Education Teacher to join a specialist school on a long‑term basis. The full‑time post starts in September 2026, with shortlisting currently taking place.

The school is committed to experiential learning, outdoor adventure and building resilience, offering pupils hands‑on, nature‑based education to help them grow in confidence through structured outdoor activities.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications or genuine interest in outdoor education.
• Proven experience supporting children or young people in educational or outdoor settings.
• Strong knowledge of outdoor learning, safety, and positive behaviour support.
• Two education or school-based references.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outdoor learning sessions and adventure-based activities.
• Encourage teamwork, confidence and resilience through structured challenges.
• Assist teachers with planning, safety management and behaviour support.

Skills

Outdoor education

Education

Relevant qualification in outdoor education

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers is seeking a Trainee Outdoor Education Teacher to join a specialist school in the Burnley area on a long‑term basis.
The full‑time post is due to start in September 2026, with shortlisting currently taking place.

The school is well‑known for its commitment to experiential learning, outdoor adventure and building resilience, offering pupils opportunities to grow in confidence through hands‑on, nature‑based education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the delivery of outdoor learning sessions and adventure‑based activities


• Encouraging pupils to build teamwork, confidence and resilience through structured challenges


• Assisting teachers and instructors with planning, safety management and behaviour support

Pre‑requisites:

• Relevant qualifications or a genuine interest in outdoor education


• Proven experience supporting children or young people in an educational or outdoor setting


• Strong knowledge of outdoor learning approaches, safety, and positive behaviour support


• Two education or school‑based references