At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate education team and inspire students to connect with nature.
- Company: Join the Field Studies Council in a stunning Somerset countryside setting.
- Benefits: Enjoy 28 days annual leave, life assurance, and health support.
- Other info: Work in a beautiful location with opportunities for personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' understanding of the environment.
- Qualifications: Proven management experience and a degree in a relevant discipline.
The predicted salary is between 33357 - 33357 £ per year.
Lead with impact, guide a talented team, and help students connect with nature in a role that combines management, teaching, and a beautiful setting. We’re looking for an experienced Team Leader with proven management experience to join Field Studies Council Nettlecombe Court. In this senior role, you’ll manage and mentor a passionate education team, oversee curriculum delivery, and contribute to the strategic management of the centre alongside the Centre Manager.
Permanent full-time contract – average 37.5 hours per week. Weekly hours may vary - more during busy periods, less during quieter times. Starting salary is circa £33,357 per annum.
Why join us? Be part of our mission to inspire everyone to engage with and care for the environment. Work in beautiful Somerset countryside, surrounded by nature on your breaks. Enjoy excellent benefits including 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, life assurance 5x your salary, health and wellbeing support + much more!
You will:
- Lead and manage the education team, providing guidance, mentoring, performance management, and professional development.
- Develop, plan, and oversee the delivery of high-quality curriculum-linked learning experiences that increase students’ understanding of nature and the environment.
- Support the Centre Manager in running the day-to-day operations of the centre and contribute to strategic planning.
- Participate in some hands-on teaching in the field, working with students of all ages on a variety of science and geography programmes.
- Be part of our duty rota which will involve staying on site on some evenings and overnight to deal with customer issues and respond to emergencies.
As a key member of the senior on-call team you will also provide support to other duty staff. Further info regarding the full responsibilities can be found in the vacancy pack attached to the advert on our careers website.
Where you’ll be based: Field Studies Council Nettlecombe Court is a historic country mansion set within a secluded valley on the eastern edge of Exmoor National Park in Somerset. Surrounded by ancient woodland, heritage parkland and beautiful countryside, it offers a unique and inspiring place to work. With easy access to Exmoor, the Somerset coast and the Quantock Hills, Nettlecombe Court provides outstanding opportunities to explore a wide range of landscapes and habitats. Working here means being part of a welcoming team in a stunning rural setting, helping learners connect with and discover the natural world.
Who we’re looking for: We are seeking an experienced leader with a proven track record of managing and developing teams, with:
- Degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline.
- At least 5 years relevant work experience, with the confidence to produce and prepare teaching resources, activities and lesson plans that meet curricular requirements.
You will also have:
- A strong work ethic and pride in the quality of your work.
- A flexible, adaptive approach, able to work independently and as part of a team.
- A professional manner and empathy with the Field Studies Council’s mission.
- Commitment to personal development and motivation to take on new challenges.
Your benefits whilst working with us will include:
- 28 days annual leave + bank holidays + extra loyalty days dependent on length of service.
- Life assurance 5 x your annual basic salary.
- Health and Wellbeing Support App for you and eligible family members to access remote GP appointments, mental health consultations, physio, financial & legal support.
- 24hr Counselling Helpline Service.
- Cycle to work and EV schemes.
- Discounts and cashback opportunities.
- Flexible working options where roles permit.
- Quality learning and development opportunities.
If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please call Simon Reynolds, Centre Manager. The closing date for receipt of your completed application is 30 August 2026. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we’re in receipt of sufficient applications. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. Interviews are scheduled to take place at Field Studies Council Nettlecombe Court in the week commencing 14 September 2026. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all team members to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will only be confirmed following the successful completion of rigorous pre-employment checks, including appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.
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