Head of Outdoor Education

1 week ago


Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom ISBA Enterprises Limited Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate to continue the development of a rich and varied Outdoor Education programme.

This important element of school life is part of the wide-ranging co-curricular offering at King's College Taunton.

We are looking for someone with the vision, drive and flexibility required to develop our current provision, inspire pupils and staff in terms of involvement and development and to put in place age-appropriate outdoor opportunities across the school.

This is an exciting new role that we have created here at King's to oversee this incredibly important area of our pupil's education.

This post would suit an exceptional and well qualified leader with strong experience of managing teams and working with young people in a variety of outdoor settings.

They will instill a love of adventure in pupils and staff alike, establishing a clear vision, including development of a strategic plan to ensure all pupils engage in some form of outdoor activity across the college.

They will be expected to work alongside the Contingent Commander of the Schools' CCF as well as the Directors of Sport to ensure access to any shared outdoor facilities.

The Head of Outdoor Education will cultivate positive relationships within and beyond the team, leading by example, ensuring there are training opportunities for staff and that all activities, visits and trips are safe, exciting and rewarding.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, flexible and a strong motivator and communicator.

They will have a strong interest in pupil wellbeing and be committed to the highest standards of pastoral care and safeguarding.

Please note there is an opportunity to combine this role with the contingent commander role advertised, should you wish for a full-time paid role/salary and if relevant experience.

Applicants interested in this full-time role should ensure they are applying for both roles in their application.

For further details and an application form, contact the HR department on /328231, visit the vacancies page on our website ( ) or email -taunton.

King's College Taunton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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