This regional post leads the Great Schools Trust's King's Adventure programme, which runs character and leadership experiences for pupils from Year 1 to Year 11. The core of the work is shaping the trust-wide curriculum and enrichment, overseeing DofE, CCF and residential provision, and personally leading adventurous learning. Weekly visits to every trust academy make this a travelling post, and a full UK driving licence is essential. Visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Lead and develop the Trust-wide King's Adventure curriculum and enrichment programme
- Oversee the quality and delivery of DofE, CCF, outdoor learning, expeditions and residentials
- Personally lead and deliver adventurous learning experiences
- Inspire, coach and develop staff, instructors and volunteers across academies
- Champion inclusion, safeguarding and responsible risk management
- Fulfil the Trust's Educational Visits Adviser role
- Create opportunities that build resilience, independence and leadership in young people
- Combine strategic vision with practical leadership
- Develop partnerships with other organisations
- Ensure every young person, whatever their background, can take part and flourish
What’s required
Experience
- Degree with relevant experience, or at least five years' relevant experience in a comparable leadership or management role
- Experience of leading character education, outdoor learning, enrichment or youth development programmes
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to develop people
- Confidence in turning ambitious ideas into exceptional experiences
Checks & eligibility
- Full UK driving licence
Nice to have
- Relevant outdoor leadership qualifications
- Experience with DofE or CCF
What’s offered
- 30 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (support staff)
- Pension provision
- Wellbeing support
- Leadership development
- Opportunities to collaborate across academies
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
