Outdoor Therapeutic Instructor – THRIVE & SEL

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Paignton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel School is seeking an experienced outdoor learning practitioner to deliver trauma-informed, THRIVE-based sessions for pupils with SEMH needs. You will plan, deliver and evaluate small-group and 1:1 outdoor activities, supporting emotional regulation and resilience in a hands-on learning environment.

The role is term-time only, with responsibilities split between outdoor activity delivery and THRIVE-based interventions across the school week.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate small-group and one-to-one outdoor learning sessions that use practical, nature-based activities to support social, emotional and sensory needs (0.1 FTE)
• Deliver THRIVE therapeutic group and individual interventions following the school’s THRIVE model, including baseline assessment, planning, structured session delivery and progress review (0.9 FTE)
• Work with pastoral and teaching staff to incorporate therapeutic activities into individual provision maps and the wider curriculum; advise on classroom strategies that support transfer of learning.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and behaviour management; understand and apply school safeguarding policies and ensure pupil welfare during on- and off-site activity.
• Undertake routine site checks, maintain outdoor equipment and ensure safe storage of tools and resources; complete and update dynamic risk assessments for all sessions.
• Keep accurate records of participation, attainment and social/emotional progress; contribute to progress reports, review meetings and multi-agency discussions.
• Support wider enrichment: lead off-site walks, short residential activities, educational visits and community-based projects when required.
• Lead and support training, briefings and modelling for staff on trauma-informed outdoor practice and THRIVE approaches.
• The role may involve working outdoors and will require working on uneven surfaces and in unpredictable weather conditions.
• The above is not an exhaustive list- other roles and responsibilities will be required as directed by the Headteacher/Line Manager.

Job description

Brunel School is seeking an experienced outdoor learning practitioner to deliver trauma-informed, THRIVE-based sessions for pupils with SEMH needs. You will plan, deliver and evaluate small-group and 1:1 outdoor activities, supporting emotional regulation and resilience in a hands-on learning environment.

The role is term-time only, with responsibilities split between outdoor activity delivery and THRIVE-based interventions across the school week.