At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead outdoor activities and sports sessions while mentoring young people.
- Company: Dynamic educational organisation focused on outdoor learning and personal development.
- Benefits: Earn up to £31,850 while training for a teaching career with full support.
- Other info: Enjoy a flexible, active work environment with clear pathways to professional qualifications.
- Why this job: Transform lives through outdoor education and make a real difference in students' lives.
- Qualifications: Experience in sports coaching or outdoor instruction; passion for youth engagement.
Are you an outdoor instructor or sports coach looking to transition into a life-changing teaching career? If you have the resilience, active energy, and strong presence needed to lead young people, you do not need a completed PGCE or QTS right now. We are looking for an Unqualified Outdoor Education Teacher / Sports Coach in Burnley who wants to get paid a full salary while training on the job to become a qualified educator.
Trade the rigid desk classroom for the outdoors. We use sports, bushcraft, fitness, and outdoor adventure activities as a vehicle to re-engage young people who struggle within traditional mainstream education settings.
The Role & Teacher Training Route
- Earn While You Learn: Start immediately on a competitive salary up to £31,850 while gaining direct, hands-on classroom and outdoor instructional experience.
- Structured Progression: Receive full professional development, mentoring, and support pathways to transition into a fully qualified school teacher or specialised outdoor education lead.
- Active Curriculum Delivery: Plan and run engaging sports sessions, team-building activities, and outdoor learning trips around East Lancashire.
- Relational Mentoring: Act as a strong role model for students, establishing clear behavioural boundaries rooted in mutual respect rather than strict bureaucracy.
Who Fits This Role Perfectly?
We value your practical experience and personality over a piece of paper. This opportunity is highly suited to individuals with a background in:
- Sports Coaching & PE: Experienced sports coaches, holiday camp coordinators, or fitness instructors who know how to motivate groups of youth.
- Outdoor Instructors: Individuals with an aptitude for or qualifications in hiking, climbing, Forest School, bushcraft, or multi-activity leadership.
- Ex-Military / Service Personnel: Disciplined professionals looking to bring structure, leadership, and resilience to a rewarding community setting.
Requirements
- Experience leading, coaching, or working with youth or young adults (sports, youth clubs, or community schemes).
- Full UK Driving License (Essential): Must be willing to drive the school minibus to take students to outdoor locations around Burnley and Lancashire.
- Strong behavioural boundary setting, a 'thick skin', and an empathetic, trauma-informed approach to supporting vulnerable pupils.
- Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
What's on Offer?
- Salary: Up to £31,850 per annum.
- Comprehensive internal training (including positive behaviour management and safeguarding modules).
- Clear, fully funded steps toward professional educational qualifications.
If you are ready to pivot your sports coaching or outdoor career into a long-term, lucrative teaching profession right here in Burnley, apply today! Submit your CV along with a brief description of your coaching or outdoor experience.
Trainee Outdoor Education Teacher / Sports Coach in Barnoldswick employer: Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind Recruitment is an excellent employer for those passionate about early childhood education, offering a supportive work culture in Northampton. With competitive pay and opportunities for permanent positions, employees can thrive in a nurturing environment that prioritises professional growth and development. Join a dedicated team where your contributions to children's learning and development are truly valued.
