Heritage Education Officer
Derbyshire
The Organisation
Our client is an environmental charity.
They are now looking for a Heritage Education Officer to join them on a part-time basis, working 18.5 hours (two and a half days) per week, for a fixed term contract from 26th May 2025 to 31st December 2026.
Our Client’s Commitment to You
This is a rewarding opportunity for a passionate and creative educator with experience in heritage, outdoor, or environmental learning to join our client’s pioneering organisation.
You’ll play a vital role in inspiring the next generation to explore, celebrate and protect a unique landscape - developing engaging learning resources, supporting schools to create outdoor classrooms, and making a real impact on young minds.
Plus, with part-time hours and outstanding benefits, you’ll enjoy true work-life balance while contributing to one of the UK’s most ambitious and environmentally focused regeneration initiatives.
Your Role
As Heritage Education Officer, you will lead an education programme, helping children and young people across the region explore and connect with a unique area’s rich geological, natural and cultural heritage.
Working with schools of all types—including primary, secondary and SEND—you’ll create and deliver engaging educational content that brings the story of the area to life.
You will manage a grant scheme, which provides funding for schools to develop outdoor learning spaces and supports teachers in gaining Forest School and Outdoor Learning qualifications.
Through regular newsletters and occasional networking events, you will maintain a strong and active schools network across the area, celebrating best practices and encouraging collaboration among educators.
Additionally, you will:
What You’ll Bring
To be considered as a Heritage Education Officer, you will need:
Other organisations may call this role Heritage Project Officer, Heritage Programme Co-ordinator, Education Programme Co-ordinator, Learning and Engagement Officer, Education and Engagement Officer, Heritage Engagement Officer, or Environmental Engagement Officer.
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