King's Adventure Leader - Lead a Legacy. Inspire Generations.
* Hybrid Role - WFH with regular North West England travel required (Liverpool, Warrington and Bolton) | Full-Time, Year-Round
* Salary: Scale 5 points 12-17 £28,598 - £31,022 (FTE) | Start: Autumn Term 2025
At Great Schools Trust, we don't outsource character; we build it deliberately and systematically. The King's Adventure is our unique, trust-wide programme that equips every student from EYFS to Year 11 with the life skills, leadership attributes, and ethical compass needed to thrive in school and beyond. We're recruiting for a King's Adventure Leader to join our team of highly skilled and experienced leaders.
This role is central to advancing the Great Schools Trust's ambition for an unsurpassed enrichment entitlement, being part of the King's Adventure programme to promote personal growth, build social capital, and nurture future-ready citizens.
The postholder will deliver high-impact enrichment experiences across all academies, embedding them in curriculum and culture, aligned with the Trust's ASPIRE values and leadership blueprint. They will ensure every pupil accesses a rich entitlement offer, including social action, Cadets, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award, while teaching and supporting the 18 pledges from ages 4–16.
About the Role
The postholder will support on the delivery of the King's Adventure programme, coordinating the 18 pledges across primary and secondary academies and embedding enrichment within the curriculum. They will oversee and support the Combined Cadet Force and Duke of Edinburgh Award, including training, expeditions, and equipment management, as well as act as Educational Visits Co-ordinator, ensuring safe and high-quality trips and events.
The role also includes delivering the Leadership curriculum and residentials, working with staff and pupils to promote ASPIRE values, and collaborating with partners to secure funding and expand opportunities. A commitment to safeguarding, equality, health and safety, and professional development is essential, alongside flexibility to support Trust-wide enrichment and out-of-hours activities.
Who We're Looking For
* Minimum 2 years' experience in cadet or outdoor education programmes
* Experience teaching groups of pupils (primary and/or secondary age)
* Proven leadership and mentoring of cadets and instructors
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Full UK Driving Licence
* Strong ICT skills, including Microsoft Office and Cadet MIS (e.g. Bader, Westminster)
* Highly organised with strong diary and logistics management
* Ability to collaborate effectively with external partners and agencies
* Team player with energy, resilience, and the ability to inspire young people
* Willingness to upskill and commit to ongoing professional development
* Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and health & safety
What We Offer
* Weekly protected CPD through our Institute of People, Character & Leadership (IPCL)
* CredimusAI tools to reduce admin and enhance planning
* Flexible working and cycle-to-work scheme
* BUPA EAP wellbeing support for all staff
* A values-driven culture that nurtures leadership, not management
Meet our Team
Join us at King's Leadership Academy Warrington on Wednesday, 10th September at 1:00 PM for an exclusive group tour and discover why our Trust is such an inspiring place to work. This is a fantastic opportunity to explore our outstanding facilities, meet our passionate staff and leadership team, and see first-hand the values and culture that make us unique. We'd love to welcome you and share how joining our team could be the next exciting step in your career. To secure your place, email Hayley Fenlon at
How to Apply
Apply via MyNewTerm.
Great Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,598.00-£31,022.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bereavement leave
* Discounted or free food
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Warrington WA1 4PF