Outdoor Instructor

Celtic Harmony; Brickendon; On-site; GBP 26,437 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Free Parking

Induction and in-house training

Personal development training program

Job summary

Celtic Harmony is seeking an Outdoor Instructor in Brickendon to lead educational outdoor activities. This role involves guiding children through various engaging experiences in a stunning woodland setting, fostering a connection with nature and ancient culture.

The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in outdoor education and a passion for primitive skills. Benefits include a pension, free parking, and training opportunities. The position is full-time with a monthly rota including weekends.

Qualifications

• 2 years continuous experience in outdoor education.
• Enthusiasm to develop a career in outdoor heritage education.
• Own car due to the rural location.

Responsibilities

• Lead activities from Bushcraft to Archery, ensuring safety.
• Provide engaging Prehistory experiences while dressed in costume.
• Assist with food service and maintain the site.

Skills

Outdoor education experience

Interest in primitive skills

Team player

Job description

Are you passionate about the outdoors and inspiring children to feel a connection with nature? Then the role of Outdoor Instructor may be for you!

As an Outdoor Instructor, you will be an experienced educator skilled in leading a range of activities from Bushcraft to Archery, to provide unforgettable adventures at Celtic Harmony Camp, England’s largest Iron Age settlement located in 13 acres of woodland. The primary role of this post is to lead activities from friction fire lighting to orienteering in a safe and engaging manner, improving wellbeing and topic engagement of participating schools, families and adult visitors.

Celtic Harmony Camp is an award‑winning venue, with its thatched roundhouses and native woodland. For twenty‑seven years, children and visitors have been rediscovering the natural world and traditions of life in ancient Britain through creative hands‑on activities and outdoor activities that engage the imagination and improve well‑being. Our active visitor experiences are designed to bring people together, creating a sense of belonging to our local natural and cultural heritage and building confidence through new skills and the visual results of practical work. We hold the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge for high quality outdoor experiences, as a safe and stimulating setting aiming to improve wellbeing and resilience.

The Outdoor Instructor provides engaging Prehistory experiences, dressed in costume, assists with food service in the Bistro, site maintenance and communication.

Benefits to you:

• Pension
• Free Parking
• Full induction and in‑house and external training in primitive skills from friction fire lighting to flint knapping.
• Work in a growing education and event organisation in England’s largest Iron Age settlement, a beautiful woodland setting
• Follow a personal development training program

The ideal candidate will:

• Have 2 years continuous experience in outdoor education
• Be interested in primitive skills and ancient culture.
• Have an enthusiasm to develop a career in the field of outdoor heritage education
• Be a good team player.
• Own car due to the rural location of the site.

Location: Celtic Harmony Camp – Brickendon, Near Hertford, Hertfordshire

Role: Outdoor Instructor

Remuneration: £26,437 – £28,000 per annum, pro rata

Start Date: May

Deadline: ongoing

Hours: Full‑time 40 Hours per Week, Monday to Sunday on a monthly rota with some weekends and evenings.

Celtic Harmony Camp
Brickendon Lane
Brickendon
Hertfordshire
SG13 8NY