Educational visits leader

Job Description

Love inspiring children through outdoor learning? Join a leading educational charity delivering unforgettable day visits, residential experiences and family engagement activities in the great outdoors.

Educational Visits Leader
Kingswood, Wolverhampton, WV7 3AP

• Full Time | Permanent
• £14.71 to £17.86 per hour

Please note: you must be authorised to work in the UK

Our client is a well-established charity specialising in outdoor education, environmental learning and community engagement. Working with schools, families and community groups, the organisation creates high quality learning experiences that encourage confidence, resilience and a lifelong connection with nature.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver outdoor learning activities
• Lead educational day visits, residential stays and family engagement programmes
• Work closely with schools and community groups to develop tailored visit programmes
• Deliver curriculum-linked learning activities for children and young people
• Evaluate learning outcomes and maintain high quality standards
• Support safeguarding, health and safety and risk management procedures
• Develop educational resources and learning environments
• Support the care and welfare of on-site animals and wildlife areas
• Contribute to community events and fundraising activities
• Promote the organisation's mission and values

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum Level 4 qualification HLTA/QTS or other Teaching Qualification desirable
• Experience leading outdoor learning activities
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and the Primary National Curriculum
• Experience working within an educational setting
• Experience working with children with SEND
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Confidence leading groups and supporting teams
• Passion for environmental and outdoor education
• Good literacy, numeracy and ICT skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with schools, families and partners

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in a unique outdoor education setting
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Varied and engaging workload
• Supportive and passionate team environment
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on children and families

How to apply:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents.

Candidates will receive an application form which must be completed and returned as part of the recruitment process.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies, please.

Closing Date: 8th July 2026
Shortlisting: 9th July 2026
Interviews: 13th July to 20th July 2026

Other suitable skills and experience includes Outdoor Education Instructor, Educational Visits Coordinator, Learning Outside the Classroom Practitioner, Forest School Leader, Environmental Educator, Education Officer, Activities Coordinator, Residential Visits Leader, Community Learning Coordinator, Outdoor Learning Facilitator.

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