Outdoor Learning Instructor and Duke of Edinburgh Coordinator
Type: Contract
Reference: 223946852
Job Description:
Outdoor Learning Instructor and Duke of Edinburgh Coordinator
Location: Quorn, Leicestershire (LE12)
Pay: Paid to Teacher Payscale (Unqualified Teacher and Qualified Teacher)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent | Term-time only
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:15am-4:30pm, Fri 8:15am-3:15pm
Start Date: August 2025 or ASAP
About the Role
We're working with a specialist SEMH school in Leicestershire that is looking to appoint an Outdoor Learning Instructor to lead outdoor education and coordinate the Duke of Edinburgh Award programme. The school supports pupils aged 6-17 with social, emotional and mental health needs, offering a therapeutic and practical curriculum.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about the outdoors and keen to help young people achieve their potential through outdoor learning and DofE expeditions.
Your Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging outdoor activities and Forest School sessions
- Plan and lead the Duke of Edinburgh Award programme
- Supervise expeditions, encouraging resilience, teamwork and confidence
- Promote wellbeing and positive behaviour through structured outdoor learning
- Ensure activities are safe, well planned and inclusive for all pupils
Experience & Qualification Requirements:
- Experience supporting young people with SEN, SEMH and/or autism (essential)
- Experience in leading or supporting Duke of Edinburgh expeditions (essential)
- Outdoor learning or activity leadership qualifications (desirable)
- A full UK driving licence (essential for off-site activities)
- Teaching experience or QTS is desirable but not essential
Why Apply?
- Join a supportive, values-led SEMH provision
- Training and CPD provided, including DofE and behaviour support
- A long-term to permanent position, providing consistency within one school
- Opportunity to shape a unique, practical curriculum with real impact
Apply Now
If you're ready to inspire young people through outdoor learning and DofE, submit your CV today. Millie at Long Term Futures will be in touch to arrange the next steps.