Term-Time Outdoor Education Leader

Empower Family Group; Taunton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

QuantockOutdoor Education is seeking an Activity Leader and Support Worker to design and deliver bespoke outdoor learning programmes for young people with diverse needs. You will ensure safe, engaging environments and work across office, classroom, and outdoor settings.

Applicants should have experience with young people, strong communication skills, and a driving licence with access to a vehicle. The role is term-time, roughly 08:30–16:30, Monday to Friday, in Taunton.

Qualifications

• Holder of a driving licence and own transport is essential.
• Experience working with children and young people of diverse needs.
• First aid and safeguarding training provided.
• Level 2 Paddle sports coaching qualification with BCU 4-star award (sea or inland).
• Youth Work qualification (e.g. Level 3) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of bespoke outdoor education packages for a range of age groups and needs.
• Provide safe, healthy, and stimulating environments for participants.
• Engage and motivate young people with excellent communication skills.
• Work across offices, classrooms, and outdoor settings, term-time hours 08:30–16:30, Mon–Fri.

Skills

Driving licence

Access to a vehicle

Right to work in the UK

Previous experience with young people

First Aid

Safeguarding training

Paddle sports coaching Level 2

Youth Work Level 3

Education

Youth Work qualification Level 3

First Aid qualification

Tools

BCU 4-star Award (sea/inland)

Job description

QuantockOutdoor Education is seeking an Activity Leader and Support Worker to design and deliver bespoke outdoor learning programmes for young people with diverse needs. You will ensure safe, engaging environments and work across office, classroom, and outdoor settings.

Applicants should have experience with young people, strong communication skills, and a driving licence with access to a vehicle. The role is term-time, roughly 08:30–16:30, Monday to Friday, in Taunton.