Job Details
Support and lead on the delivery of the Outdoor Education Fife programme across Fife and the wider community. You will work alongside outdoor education instructors and group leaders assisting with schools, youth groups and public activity courses.
Provide logistical support such as boat driving, cleaning, repairs and issue of equipment from stores. Evening and weekend work will be required
There is an expectation that part of this role will include elements of further training relevant to the role and as an agreed part of a development plan.
The Person
If you meet the essential qualification criteria below we would like to hear from you:
Two from: BCU L2 Coach, Summer Mountain Leader, Rock Climbing Instructor (RCI), Mountain Bike Leader, BC L2 Award
Educated to SCQF level 8, which includes HND or SVQ level 4 or equivalent, in relevant field such as Outdoor or Community Education
Multi-day Expedition experience such as Duke of Edinburgh or similar
Experience of supporting a wide range of learning experiences in the outdoor environment, working on Project-based and Interdisciplinary Learning as part of a wider learning team. Experience of working with a wide cross section of people (voluntary or paid)
You should be literate and willing to embrace technology and information to support aspects of the work. Some experience carrying out basic repair and maintenance work would be useful. You should have the ability to follow complex instructions, stay calm and work well under pressure and deal with confrontation. You will need to use your initiative as and when required.
This post involves a significant amount of evening and weekend work on a rota basis.
Before confirming appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.