Outdoor Learning & Activities Coordinator

Outdoor Learning; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

LGPS pension

Flexible & hybrid working

Health and wellbeing support

Paid volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Somerset Council's Kilve Court Outdoor Centre is seeking a motivated individual to help deliver high-quality outdoor learning programmes. You will coordinate activities, manage bookings, promote the centre and lead engaging outdoor adventures, while ensuring a welcoming and safe visitor experience.

Working with the Centre Manager, you will support day-to-day operations, safeguarding, and inclusivity, helping children, young people and guests enjoy memorable stays and maximise opportunities for

Qualifications

• Experience delivering excellent customer service and building positive relationships with schools, parents and visitors.
• Knowledge of health and safety, safeguarding and risk assessment in outdoor or residential settings.
• Experience planning and delivering activities, programmes or events.
• Experience supporting the day-to-day operation of a service, facility or team.
• Strong communication skills with children, young people and adults.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage bookings, programmes and prioritites.
• Ability to lead activities and make decisions in a busy environment.
• Current First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Help create exceptional outdoor learning experiences that inspire children and young people to learn, grow and thrive.
• Lead and coordinate programmes and residential stays to keep visitors returning.
• Build strong relationships with schools, parents and visitors, ensuring every guest feels welcome and supported.
• Deputise for the Centre Manager and help ensure the smooth, safe and successful day-to-day running of the centre.
• Champion outstanding customer service, always looking for ways to exceed expectations.
• Promote and develop Kilve Court, helping to grow bookings and maximise opportunities for outdoor learning.
• Support safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing, ensuring every child enjoys a safe and positive experience.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to continually improve the service and create an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed.

Skills

Customer service

Relationship building

Communication

Organisation

Decision making

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent in Outdoor Education/Sport/Leisure/Youth Work/Education

Outdoor activity leadership qualification(s)

Job description

Somerset Council's Kilve Court Outdoor Centre is seeking a motivated individual to help deliver high-quality outdoor learning programmes. You will coordinate activities, manage bookings, promote the centre and lead engaging outdoor adventures, while ensuring a welcoming and safe visitor experience.

Working with the Centre Manager, you will support day-to-day operations, safeguarding, and inclusivity, helping children, young people and guests enjoy memorable stays and maximise opportunities for