Outdoor Learning Leader

Youth Options; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Youth Options is seeking an Outdoor Learning Leader to engage and support children in Eastleigh through nature-based activities. The role involves working individually and as part of a team to help develop social and emotional capabilities in a full-time, permanent position.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people is essential.
• Enthusiastic individuals committed to making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop children and young people through Outdoor Learning activities.
• Work individually and as part of a team.

Skills

Compassion

Creativity

Flexibility

Job description

Youth Options has developed a reputation for delivering high quality Outdoor Learning provision in the Eastleigh and Southampton areas. The aim of our provision is to engage, develop and empower children and young people to develop their social and emotional capabilities and improve their engagement with learning through nature-based activities.

As an Outdoor Learning Leader you will work as part of a team and individually to support, develop and engage children and young people to realise their abilities, aspirations and make a valuable contribution to their communities through Forest School and Outdoor Learning.

• Hours: Full time, permanent – 37.50 hours per week
• Deadline: Wednesday 23rd July

About You

We are looking for compassionate, enthusiastic individuals who are committed to making a difference to the lives of children and young people. You will need to be flexible, creative, and caring and have previous experience of working with young people.

How to Apply

Download the recruitment pack here and then the application form below. In you need any help with your application or have any questions, then contact us at [e-mail] are committed to safeguarding and all posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.Youth Options strives to be a diverse and inclusive organisation for our staff and those we support. Should you need any adjustments, at either application or interview, please contact us.Youth Options is committed to encouraging further growth from diverse groups and ensure that our staff are representative of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all abilities and under-represented groups. We currently have an underrepresentation from people from diverse ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities and those with lived experience of the issues that children and young people we work with face. As such, we particularly welcome applicants from these groups.