At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire young people through outdoor learning and hands-on experiences.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at Higford School, making a difference in students' lives.
- Benefits: Enjoy life assurance, pension options, mental health support, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Flexible hours, term-time contract, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Be a role model and help students with SEND thrive in the great outdoors.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND, outdoor education, and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 25531 - 25531 £ per year.
- Position
- Outdoor Education Tutor
- Location
- Higford School, Near Shifnal, Shropshire TF11 9ET
- Hours
- 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8 am – 4 pm
- Salary
- £25,531 per annum (not pro rata)
- Contract
- Permanent | Term Time Start: September 2026
About the Role
Are you passionate about the outdoors and the difference it can make to young people's lives?
We're looking for an enthusiastic and committed Outdoor Education Tutor to join our dedicated team and help create memorable learning experiences beyond the classroom.
This is an exciting opportunity to inspire pupils with autism and additional needs through practical, hands‑on learning that builds confidence, independence, resilience and life skills.
From leading Forest School sessions and developing horticulture projects to supporting pupils to achieve nationally recognised awards such as the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, John Muir Award and AQA Unit Awards, you will play a key role in preparing our young people for adulthood through meaningful real‑world experiences.
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging outdoor learning programmes including Forest School, horticulture and enrichment activities.
- Lead pupils towards recognised accreditations including the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, John Muir Award and AQA Unit Awards.
- Plan and support educational visits, outdoor adventures and community‑based learning opportunities.
- Develop inspiring outdoor learning environments and horticulture projects that promote wellbeing, enterprise and preparation for adulthood.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, encouraging communication, confidence, resilience and independence.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and risk assessment while ensuring activities are safe, enjoyable and accessible.
Qualifications
- Experience working with children and young people with SEND, particularly autism.
- Experience delivering outdoor learning, enrichment or practical education activities.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety and educational risk assessment.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to motivate and inspire pupils.
- A flexible, positive and resilient approach with a commitment to inclusive education.
- Forest School experience (desirable).
- AQA Unit Awards (desirable).
- First Aid (desirable).
- Driving licence.
Benefits
- Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contributions.
- "Your Wellbeing Matters" – mental health support and physical health checks.
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including health, wellbeing and insurance benefits; hundreds of UK and international discounts; cycle to work scheme & electric car purchase scheme; critical illness cover; family growth support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support.
- Application Notes
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
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Outdoor Education Tutor employer: Higford School
At Higford School, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the passion and dedication of our staff. Our supportive work culture fosters personal and professional growth, offering numerous opportunities for development in outdoor education while ensuring a healthy work-life balance. With comprehensive benefits including mental health support and a flexible benefits platform, we are committed to creating a rewarding environment for our Outdoor Education Tutors to thrive and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.
