Outdoor Nature Nurture Practitioner for Children

Aberdeenshire Council; Westhill; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aberdeenshire Council is seeking a Nature Nurture Practitioner to deliver outdoor interventions for children with social, emotional, and behavioural needs. The role focuses on building relationships, resilience, and self-esteem through nature-based activities.

The post is fixed-term until 25 March 2027 and requires PVG scheme clearance and pre-employment checks, including overseas criminal record checks if applicable. A current reference from your employer is required.

Qualifications

• HND Child Development or equivalent transferrable skills and experience.
• Experience delivering outdoor interventions to children is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love for outdoor settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted nature nurture outdoor interventions to children to foster positive relationships, emotional resilience, and enhanced self-esteem and self-awareness.

Skills

Outdoor activity delivery

Relationship building

Education

HND Child Development

Job description

Aberdeenshire Council is seeking a Nature Nurture Practitioner to deliver outdoor interventions for children with social, emotional, and behavioural needs. The role focuses on building relationships, resilience, and self-esteem through nature-based activities.

The post is fixed-term until 25 March 2027 and requires PVG scheme clearance and pre-employment checks, including overseas criminal record checks if applicable. A current reference from your employer is required.