About Us:
The Outdoors Group is a pioneering 'for purpose' organisation based in Devon, dedicated to transforming lives through outdoor education. We're passionate about creating a vibrant, inclusive community where learners, staff, and partners thrive. Our unique approach blends hands-on, nature-based learning with a strong commitment to wellbeing, creativity, and personal growth. At The Outdoors School, our independent special school set entirely outdoors in beautiful woodland settings, we support young people with SEMH and ASD needs to develop skills for life beyond the classroom-building confidence, resilience, and independence in an inspiring environment. We value work-life balance, continuous development, and fostering a supportive, fun workplace culture where every team member can make a real difference.
Unique Perks;
* A values-driven, friendly organisation
* Access to CPD and internal development opportunities
* Company-funded Employee Assistance Program via Mintago – supporting your financial well-being with tools for budgeting, saving, pension tracking, childcare vouchers, and access to exclusive retail discounts
* Workplace health and wellbeing support through Health Assured – including 24/7 counselling, mental health resources, and holistic wellness guidance
* 10% staff discount across all Outdoors Group services
* Beautiful outdoor work environments
* Annual staff celebration events
* Flexible and collaborative culture
About the Role:
As an Outdoor Education Facilitator, you'll be based at one of our community sites in Okehampton, Honiton, Ottery, or Newton Poppleford. The role involves travel between sites and occasional learner pickups from home. You'll work closely with a team to deliver learner-centred, personalised sessions tailored to individual needs. This mainly outdoor role supports children and young people, some with emotional or behavioural challenges, across woodland, community, and sometimes home settings, helping create safe, supportive spaces where learners can grow academically, emotionally, and socially.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver personalised support aligned with individual learner plans
* Manage behaviour and contribute to assessments and risk plans
* Foster positive relationships and promote learner wellbeing
* Maintain accurate records and communicate with families and professionals
* Work flexibly across multiple sites and community settings
* Engage in ongoing training, supervision, and professional development
What You'll Need:
* Excellent behaviour management and solution-focused planning skills
* Experience working with SEMH and ASD/PDA learners (primary or secondary)
* Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
* Ability to differentiate learning and create bespoke opportunities
* Resilience to work outdoors in all weather and emotionally challenging situations
* Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and continuous improvement
* 5 GCSEs (A–C) or equivalent
* Willingness to undertake training and enhanced DBS checks
Desirable:
* Experience in outdoor education or Forest School settings
* Knowledge of behaviour intervention, de-escalation, and trauma-informed practice
* Relevant qualifications like Forest School Leader L3, Paediatric First Aid, or Safeguarding Level 2
If you're ready to inspire and support young people through outdoor education in a dynamic, nature-filled environment, apply today
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £23,903.00 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person