Outdoor Learning Support Assistant. Job in Minehead Education & Training Jobs

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust; Minehead; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a part-time Outdoor Learning Support Assistant to work with vulnerable students. This role involves outdoor activities and supporting students in a bespoke curriculum environment. The position offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in students' lives while enjoying a supportive working environment with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme

Employee Rewards

High street discounts

Staff Wellbeing Centre

Generous annual leave

On-site gyms

Free parking

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• At least a GCSE (or equivalent) grade C in English and Maths.
• Commitment to building strong relationships and prioritizing students' needs.

Responsibilities

• Support and intervention services to vulnerable students.
• Work primarily outdoors in gardens, Forest School, or caring for animals.

Skills

Relationship Building

Commitment to Student Needs

Education

GCSE (or equivalent) grade C in English and Maths

Job description

Outdoor Learning Support Assistant

This is a part-time, term-time position working 27.5 hours per week: Monday to Friday, 39 weeks per year (term time, plus INSET days).

Salary: BTCT points 3, with an actual starting salary of £15,225.47 per annum.

This is a permanent role.

The Apex Centre is an offsite provision providing support and intervention services to vulnerable students attending schools within Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust. It caters to students aged 5-16 on a 22-acre site with gardens, a small holding, and Forest School.

We are seeking to appoint an Outdoor Learning Support Assistant to join our team of support and teaching staff. The team is responsible for developing the skills and unlocking the potential of young people at risk of permanent exclusion. This role offers the opportunity to work in a bespoke curriculum environment tailored to individual learners' needs.

The role primarily involves outdoor work in gardens, Forest School, or caring for animals. It provides a chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students who deserve every success.

Successful candidates will have at least a GCSE (or equivalent) grade C in English and Maths and will be committed to building strong relationships and prioritizing students' needs.

Employees benefit from a generous local government pension scheme, Employee Rewards, high street discounts, and a Staff Wellbeing Centre.

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Sunday 8th May 2025.

We value potential and the diverse experiences individuals bring. Even if you do not meet all criteria, we encourage you to apply.

We offer a supportive working environment, employer pension contributions of at least 23%, generous annual leave, on-site gyms, free parking, retail discounts, and an Employee Assistance Programme. We support flexible working, including part-time and job share opportunities.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from under-represented groups, including BAME, disabled, or LGBT individuals. We promote equality regardless of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, religion, or belief.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. A criminal disclosure check will be required for successful applicants.