Job Description
Job Title: 1:1 Outdoor Education Teacher / Tutor (Qualified or Unqualified) - Secondary School, Blackpool
Location: Blackpool, Lancashire (Specific school name provided upon application)
Employment Type: Full-time, Temporary (1-Year Contract)
Start Date: September 2025
Are you passionate about making a profound difference to a young person's educational journey? Do you have a knack for engaging students through outdoor activities and personalized learning? We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic 1:1 Outdoor Education Teacher / Tutor to join a supportive Secondary School in Blackpool, starting September 2025.
This is an exciting full-time, temporary 1-year contract designed to provide intensive, individualised support to a specific student who will benefit immensely from a tailored curriculum with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning. We welcome applications from both qualified teachers and individuals with substantial outdoor education experience and a genuine passion for working with young people in a 1:1 setting.
The Role:
As the 1:1 Outdoor Education Teacher / Tutor, you will be primarily responsible for:
* Designing and delivering highly individualised academic and outdoor education sessions to one specific student, adapting the curriculum to their unique learning style and needs.
* Planning and safely leading engaging outdoor activities (e.g., local nature walks, environmental studies, bushcraft, team-building challenges, problem-solving in outdoor settings), linking them to core subject areas where appropriate.
* Providing consistent and nurturing one-to-one tuition across a range of subjects, focusing on re-engagement and building confidence.
* Creating a positive, safe, and stimulating learning environment that extends beyond the traditional classroom.
* Monitoring and documenting student progress across all areas of development, providing regular feedback.
* Collaborating closely with the school's SENDCO, pastoral team, and parents/carers to ensure a cohesive and supportive educational plan.
* Ensuring all activities adhere to school policies and health and safety regulations, particularly for outdoor sessions.
* Acting as a mentor and positive role model for the student.
What We Are Looking For:
Essential (Qualified or Unqualified):
* A genuine passion for working intensively with individual students and making a significant impact.
* Strong experience in planning and leading outdoor activities with young people (e.g., youth work, adventure sports, uniformed organisations, coaching, environmental education).
* Excellent communication, patience, and empathy, with a proven ability to build strong rapport with young people.
* Adaptability, resourcefulness, and a creative approach to teaching and problem-solving.
* A robust commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (if not already held).
Desirable (but not essential):
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or other recognised teaching qualification.
* Relevant outdoor education qualifications (e.g., NGB awards, First Aid certifications relevant to outdoor environments).
* Experience in 1:1 tuition or working with students who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or social-emotional needs.
* Familiarity with the UK Secondary National Curriculum.
What We Offer:
* The unique opportunity to provide highly personalized education and make a tangible difference to one student's life.
* A supportive and collaborative environment within a reputable Blackpool Secondary school.
* Access to school resources and facilities.
* Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
* Professional development opportunities within the school setting.
Application Process:
If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated individual ready for this impactful full-time, temporary (1-year) role, please submit your CV and a compelling cover letter to. Your cover letter should clearly outline your outdoor education experience, your suitability for 1:1 teaching in a secondary school setting, and your availability for a September 2025 start.
Join our team in Blackpool and help us empower a student through unique and engaging outdoor learning!