Education, Engagement and Wellbeing Manager (Maternity Cover)
Location: Grassington, Skipton, UK
Job Type: Temporary, Full-time
Pay: £38,510 to £43,149 per annum
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£38,510 to £43,149 per annum
Full time, temporary maternity cover for up to 12 months
Based in Grassington, Yorkshire Dales, with potential for some home working
Leading education, engagement and wellbeing activities in the Yorkshire Dales National Park
Role requires safeguarding responsibilities and strategic advice in outdoor settings
Salary: £38,510 to £43,149, per annum
Contract: Full time (37 hours per week). This is a temporary maternity cover position for up to 12 months. The contract will end on the return of the substantive postholder from maternity leave, which may be earlier than the anticipated end date.
Location: Grassington, near Skipton, with the potential for some home working
Would you like to work in one of the most beautiful landscapes in Britain? Are you passionate about helping people connect with nature and ensuring the Yorkshire Dales National Park is welcoming and accessible for everyone? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for an experienced Education, Engagement and Wellbeing Manager to join us on a maternity cover contract and help more people discover, enjoy and care for this special place.
Leading a dedicated team, you'll oversee a diverse programme of education, engagement and wellbeing activities that help people of all ages and backgrounds connect with the Yorkshire Dales. You'll work with partners, communities and funders to develop opportunities that support our vision of being a National Park for Everyone.
About Us
We are the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, an organisation that protects, enhances and promotes the immense beauty, wildlife and character of the Yorkshire Dales. Set against expansive heather moorland tops, each valley has its own distinct charm, from crags and waterfalls to an underground labyrinth of caves.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead our Education, Engagement and Wellbeing team during a period of maternity leave. You'll provide leadership, strategic direction and specialist advice on outdoor group activities, while helping us develop opportunities that connect more people with the National Park.
The Benefits
- Generous leave: starting at 26 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Pension: Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Flexible working: including flexitime, flexi-leave and blended working options
- Wellbeing benefits: Subsidised Healthcare scheme, family friendly policies, cycle to work scheme, staff discounts and an employee assistance programme
- Learning and development: Ongoing support for continuing professional development and training
- Free parking at Authority car parks
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Access and Engagement, you'll lead and support a team delivering educational, community engagement and wellbeing programmes across the National Park. You'll play a key role in developing new projects and partnerships, securing external funding, managing budgets and ensuring projects deliver meaningful outcomes for people and communities.
As the Authority's Safeguarding Officer, you'll ensure that appropriate safeguarding policies, procedures and training remain in place and effective.
You'll also provide strategic advice on opportunities and emerging developments in education, engagement and wellbeing, helping shape future activity across the Authority.
About You
We're looking for someone with experience of leading teams, developing successful projects and building strong partnerships. You'll be a confident communicator who can work effectively with a wide range of people, from community groups and partner organisations to colleagues across the Authority.
You'll have excellent project and people management skills, experience of managing budgets and resources, and the ability to identify priorities and turn ideas into practical outcomes. Experience of securing external funding, safeguarding responsibilities and working with groups in outdoor settings would be advantageous.
Access to a car or access to a means of mobility support to meet travel demands of the post is essential (if driving must have a current valid driving licence and appropriate insurance), as you will be required to travel within the Park in order to undertake this post.
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
For an informal chat about this vacancy, please contact Rebecca Greenfield, Head of Access and Engagement, on 01756 751626 or rebecca.greenfield@yorkshiredales.org.uk.
The closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 21 October 2026 with the anticipated interview date of Thursday 5 November 2026
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