Outdoor Learning Coordinator

Join a vibrant educational hub catering to 7-19-year-olds with complex communication and associated difficulties. Our focus is on understanding individual needs and learning styles to empower students to reach their full potential, preparing them for successful transitions into adulthood. Based in BS35!!!

Main Purpose of the Role:

We're seeking an enthusiastic Outdoor Learning Coordinator with a strong team spirit and a genuine passion for outdoor education. In this role, you will lead the development and delivery of a comprehensive Outdoor Learning curriculum, fostering collaboration with colleagues and providing tailored support to students across various age groups.

Key Duties:

• Designing an engaging outdoor learning curriculum tailored to the diverse needs of our students, incorporating horticulture, sustainable practices, and practical sustainability.
• Collaborating with teachers to create cross-curricular outdoor learning opportunities, enhancing students' educational experiences.
• Taking the lead on our school's Eco-Schools Award group and accreditation process.
• Delivering Land-based units and vocational qualifications as part of our BTEC vocational Award qualification.
• Facilitating outdoor learning experiences that promote independence, creativity, and social interaction among students.
• Offering guidance to teachers in integrating outdoor learning opportunities into their lesson plans and evaluating their effectiveness.
• Monitoring student progress in outdoor learning, providing constructive feedback, and adjusting teaching strategies as necessary.

Responsibilities:

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Experience working with children or young people with Autistic Spectrum Condition and SEMH.
• Knowledge of EHCP process and experience in delivering provision through it.
• Proficiency in horticulture, gardening, or permaculture design, emphasising organic and sustainable growing methods.
• Ability to develop seasonal outdoor learning sessions and adapt them to different learning needs.
• Understanding of the connections between PSHE and outdoor learning.
• Documentation and evaluation skills for tracking session effectiveness.
• Previous experience working with KS2 to KS5 pupils in an outdoor learning context.

Qualifications:

What's on Offer?

Join our dynamic team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Full training and ongoing support.
• Opportunity for funded qualifications.
• Free lunch during work hours.
• Perkbox subscription.
• Life assurance and pension.
• Car lease and bike to work schemes.
• Free on-site parking.
• Free membership to our Health cashback plan, covering services such as dental, optical, and physiotherapy.