What is the job role?
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Outdoor Education & Activity Leader to join our dedicated team. You will play a key role in planning and delivering a wide range of outdoor learning experiences and activity programmes across Coventry.
This is a varied role that combines leading activity sessions, supporting children and young people’s wellbeing, and contributing to the development of curriculum-based and holiday programmes. You’ll work in schools, outdoor centres, and community settings, bringing learning to life in the natural environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Plan and deliver outdoor and environmental education activities, including Forest School, team-building, invasion games, and problem-solving challenges.
2. Lead sessions for schools, groups, and holiday camps, ensuring they are safe, engaging, and inclusive.
3. Act as a responsible adult for groups, supporting their physical, emotional, and social care.
4. Support the planning and coordination of programmes, projects, and events.
5. Ensure safeguarding and health & safety best practice is followed at all times.
6. Contribute to programme administration, risk assessments, and evaluations.
7. Help maintain equipment, set up activities, and assist with general operational duties.
8. Work collaboratively with colleagues, schools, families, and partner organisations to deliver outstanding experiences.
All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.
This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for someone who is:
9. Passionate about outdoor learning and the positive impact it has on children and young people.
10. Energetic, enthusiastic, and a positive role model.
11. Experienced in leading groups of children and young people in outdoor, educational, or recreational settings.
12. Confident in working both independently and as part of a team.
13. Professional, reliable, and well-organised.
14. Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Experience in delivering outdoor education, Forest School, or activity programmes is desirable, but we also welcome applicants with transferable skills and a strong willingness to learn.
What we offer
15. The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
16. A supportive and passionate team environment.
17. Ongoing training and professional development.
18. Varied and rewarding work in outdoor and educational settings.