Location: Barnoldswick, Lancashire (BB18 area) Salary: Up to £31,850 per annum (Dependent on experience) Contract Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm Start Date: June 2026 / September 2026
Are you a teacher who believes the best classroom often has no walls? We are seeking an Outdoor Education Teacher to join a specialised Alternative Provision in Barnoldswick.
This role is open to both Qualified Teachers (QTS/QTLS) and Unqualified Teachers who possess significant experience in outdoor leadership, bushcraft, or sports coaching. You will spend your time split between classroom-based academic support and leading high-impact outdoor learning sessions.
The Role: Beyond the Desk
Our students have often struggled in mainstream education. Your job is to re-engage them through a curriculum that balances core learning with physical challenge:
Dual-Environment Teaching: Lead indoor classroom sessions and transition seamlessly to outdoor activities like hiking, team-building, and forest school.
Curriculum Integration: Use the natural environment to teach practical applications of Maths, Science, and Geography.
Behavioural Mentoring: Utilise the outdoors to teach emotional regulation, resilience, and problem-solving to students with SEMH needs.
Safety & Compliance: Take full responsibility for risk assessments and the safety of students during off-site excursions.
Who We Are Looking For
Qualified or Unqualified: We value experience and character as much as certifications. If you can lead a group of 11-16 year olds through a forest or a classroom, we want to talk.
Outdoor Expertise: Qualifications in Mountain Leadership, Forest School (Level 3), or specialised outdoor instructing are highly desirable.
Resilience: You must be comfortable working with challenging behaviours and have a "never give up" attitude toward student progress.
Barnoldswick Focus: A desire to work with local youth and contribute to the community in the Pendle area.
Why Apply?
Competitive Salary: Up to £31,850, reflecting the specialist nature of the role.
Work-Life Balance: Standard school hours with the benefits of active, outdoor work.
Temp-to-Perm: Secure a permanent future in a growing Alternative Provision that values its staff.
Impact: Directly see the transformation in students as they gain confidence through outdoor achievement.
How to Apply
Ready to lead the way in Barnoldswick? Apply now to start your journey in Alternative Provision. Click apply and/or email (url removed)
Please specify if you are a Qualified or Unqualified applicant in your supporting statement