Outdoor Education Tutor

The Heights- Burnley

Welcome to The Heights, Burnley. We are a 5-16 Alternative Provision School. Our provision caters for those pupils who have found it difficult to achieve in a mainstream school. Our staff are dedicated and committed to providing the best educational experiences including vocational studies, learning outside of the classroom, personal and social development programmes, as well as the core curriculum: developing successful learners who can make a positive contribution to, and are prepared for, their future working lives.

We are passionate about making a difference, having a positive impact, delivering high quality teaching and learning, and achievement for all. Pupils are taught in small groups, which allows us to provide bespoke support packages and interventions for everyone. We pride ourselves in knowing each pupil, therefore, tailoring our approach and support appropriately. We thrive off helping our pupils achieve their goals and celebrate their success.

With the highest of expectations, our dedicated and skilled team create an environment where pupils are happy, challenged and successful.

The Job:

The Heights School, Burnley wishes to appoint a hardworking, enthusiastic and committed Outdoor Education Tutor. If you are experienced, enthusiastic, open to new ideas and have a flexible ‘can do’ approach, we would welcome an application from you.

What does this job do?

• To tutor classes in Outdoor Education and as designated within an agreed framework of syllabus, styles and procedures including:
• Preparing and delivering lessons according to agreed schemes of work and keeping accurate records of work and independent learning set.
• To support pupils to overcome barriers to learning, promoting the inclusion of all pupils by developing their communication skills, supporting them to manage their behaviour, developing independence and social skills.
• To assist with the organisation and running of the outdoor education programme to include trips and excursions, DoE expeditions and activity sessions.
• To accompany trips and excursions as part of this programme, including weekends/overnights.
• To assist with activities on induction/taster days and open days.
• To maintain the outdoor education stores and equipment to ensure that all equipment is adequately logged, monitored and maintained so that it is available for issue, use and return as required.
• To maintain records of all work or repairs undertaken in the outdoor education stores and to advise the School Business Manager of any concerns regarding equipment.
• To attend staff briefings and meetings and to be familiar with all school routines and policies.
• Prepare lesson plans and the equipment needed in advance of the lessons.
• Provide assessments for students and adapt lesson plans based upon the ability of the group.
• Provide a safe and engaging environment for young people to thrive.
• Use sport to develop and mentor young people in a positive way.
• Work within a school environment, building a rapport with the students and creating strong relationships with other members of staff.

What are the job requirements?

• Coaching / instructor qualifications 
• First Aid qualification suitable to the role.
• Evidence of engaging effectively and delivering outdoor activities with young people for at least 1 year
• Experience of working with groups of young people in an outdoor education setting
• Ability to demonstrate an interest in Young People’s welfare, and a sense of enjoyment in being with young people
• Ability to demonstrate Youth Work skills
• Evidence of ability to risk assess and deal with complex situations involving groups of young people engaged in a diverse range of activities under a variety of weather and other environmental conditions
• Ability to lead, motivate and organise students.  
• Understanding of students with additional educational needs
• Knowledge and/or interest in a range of sports applicable to the school environment 
• Driving licence

About Us

The Education Partnership Trust (EPT) was established in 2012 as a not-for-profit multi-academy trust and approved academy sponsor. Our vision is to create outstanding schools which transform learning, lives and communities.

Our pupils come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our schools and Trust stronger.

“If you’re good at what you do, you can work anywhere. If you’re the best at what you do, we want you to work for Education Partnership Trust.”

Why you should work here - benefits

• Simply Health cash back plan provided free by the Trust includes optical, dental, physio, diagnostics, health assessment, NHS prescription charges, hospital cover, discounted gym memberships plus lots more.
• 6 sessions of free counselling including CBT, wellbeing and bereavement.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to government pension schemes.
• Free parking.
• Training and development including emerging leaders programmes.

The pro rata salary for this role is from £23,850.60 to £27,419.80 per annum based on term time only working.

Incomplete application forms will not be shortlisted, if you need to discuss a reason for being unable to complete a section, please contact the recruitment team HR@ept-uk.com