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Field Studies Council; Swansea, Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life assurance 5x salary

Health and Wellbeing support app

24hr Counselling Helpline

Cycle to work and EV schemes

Discounts and cashback opportunities

Flexible working options where roles许可

Quality learning and development

Job summary

Field Studies Council leads a senior education team at Margam Discovery Centre, guiding curriculum delivery and shaping centre strategy alongside the Centre Manager. The role includes hands-on teaching and staying on-site during some evenings and overnights to support customers and staff.

You will mentor staff, oversee learning experiences, and help maintain the centre's high standards in a beautiful countryside setting.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Experience creating and delivering curriculum-linked learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the education team, providing guidance, mentoring, performance management, and professional development.
• Develop, plan, and oversee the delivery of high-quality curriculum-linked learning experiences.
• Support the Centre Manager in running day-to-day operations and contribute to strategic planning.
• Participate in hands-on teaching with students on science and geography programmes.
• Be part of the duty rota, staying on site evenings and overnight to handle customer issues and on-call support.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team management

Education

Degree or equivalent

Job description

Lead with impact, guide a talented team, and help students connect with nature in a role that combines management, teaching, and a beautiful setting.

We’re looking for an experienced Team Leader with proven management experience to join Field Studies Council Margam Discovery Centre. In this senior role, you’ll manage and mentor a passionate education team, oversee curriculum delivery, and contribute to the strategic management of the centre alongside the Centre Manager.

Starting salary is circa £33,357 per annum

Be part of a charity that inspires students of all ages to engage with and care for the environment.

Work in a beautiful countryside setting, surrounded by nature on your breaks

Enjoy excellent benefits including 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, life assurance 5x your salary, health and wellbeing support + much more!

In this senior role, you will:

Lead and manage the education team, providing guidance, mentoring, performance management, and professional development.

Develop, plan, and oversee the delivery of high-quality curriculum-linked learning experiences that increase students’ understanding of nature and the environment.

Support the Centre Manager in running the day-to-day operations of the centre and contribute to strategic planning.

Participate in some hands-on teaching in the field, working with students of all ages on a variety of science and geography programmes.

This role also forms part of our duty rota which will involve staying on site on some evenings and overnight to deal with customer issues and respond to emergencies. As a key member of the senior on-call team you will also provide support to other duty staff.

Where you’ll be based

Set within the 850-acre Margam Park estate, surrounded by woodland, open grassland and freshwater habitats, this is a workplace shaped by its landscape. The diverse environments around the centre create a natural outdoor classroom for learners of all ages. Based in an award-winning, low-carbon building, you'll have the opportunity to inspire others while helping people connect with nature in a setting designed for learning and discovery.

Who we’re looking for

We are seeking an experienced leader with a proven track record of managing and developing teams, with:

Degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline

At least 5 years relevant work experience, with the confidence to produce and prepare teaching resources, activities and lesson plans that meet curricular requirements

You will also have:

A strong work ethic and pride in the quality of your work

A flexible, adaptive approach, able to work independently and as part of a team

A professional manner and empathy with the Field Studies Council’s mission

Commitment to personal development and motivation to take on new challenges

Your benefits whilst working with us will include:

28 days annual leave + bank holidays + extra loyalty days dependent on length of service

Life assurance 5 x your annual basic salary

Health and Wellbeing Support App for you and eligible family members to access remote GP appointments, mental health consultations, physio, financial & legal support

24hr Counselling Helpline Service

Cycle to work and EV schemes

Discounts and cashback opportunities

Flexible working options where roles permit

Quality learning and development opportunities

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please call Siân Lane, Centre Manager, on 01639 895636

The closing date for receipt of your completed application is 4 October 2026

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we’re in receipt of sufficient applications.

Interviews are scheduled to take place at Field Studies Council Margam Discovery Centre in the week commencing 12 October 2026

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all team members to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will only be confirmed following the successful completion of rigorous pre-employment checks, including appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks

A Welsh version of our vacancy pack can also be provided on request. Please email [e-mail] your request and we will aim to get back to you as soon as possible.

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