At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead planning and delivery of an inclusive outdoor curriculum for pupils.
- Company: St Hugh’s is a highly regarded co-educational day and boarding school.
- Benefits: Enjoy free meals, car parking, and discounts on school fees.
- Other info: This part-time role is fixed term for the academic year, 0.60 – 0.65 FTE.
- Why this job: Join at an exciting time as St Hugh’s opens a Senior School in September 2026.
- Qualifications: Experience in outdoor education and a commitment to child welfare are essential.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and forward-thinking Outdoor Education Leader to deliver a high-quality outdoor learning provision. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire our pupils through meaningful outdoor experiences. The successful candidate will lead the planning, coordination and delivery of a dynamic outdoor curriculum, ensuring it is inclusive, safe and aligned with our wider educational aims.
This is a part-time role equivalent to 0.60 – 0.65 FTE, initially for a fixed term contract for the academic year. You will be welcomed onto an enthusiastic, collaborative and dynamic team who are committed to ensuring that our pupils are provided with a stimulating education in a rounded nurturing environment.
St Hugh’s is a highly regarded co-educational day and boarding school, situated on a beautiful green campus of 40 acres in the South Oxfordshire countryside, only 25 minutes from Central Oxford. In June 2025, the Headmaster and Governors announced that St Hugh’s would be opening a Senior School in September 2026. It is a very exciting time to be joining St Hugh’s.
St Hugh’s staff are an outstanding, hard-working and collaborative team who aim to give all our children academic and pastoral excellence in a nurturing environment with wide-ranging facilities. Each child is, therefore, able to discover what they are good at, thrive and gain confidence in themselves.
Benefits
- Excellent benefits, including a competitive salary on our own salary scale with scope for progression.
- An outstanding working environment in our beautiful estate with easy access to transport links.
- Being part of our vibrant and supportive community.
- Free car parking, free meals, a discount on School fees and the use of our sporting and gym facilities.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (including a check against the Children’s Barred List), and other pre-employment screening including a check on the Secretary of State list of prohibited staff.
Outdoor Education Leader in Faringdon employer: The Independent Schools Council
Located in the beautiful South Oxfordshire countryside, St Hugh’s offers a vibrant community and excellent facilities. Staff enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. The school prioritises safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Contact Details:
The Independent Schools Council Recruitment Team
