Outdoor Coach

1 week ago


Bedford, United Kingdom Stable and Wild Full time

Outdoor Coach

Are you?

Friendly, empathetic & non-judgemental, with an interest in working outdoors, with animals, nature and a supportive team of individuals?

At Stable & Wild we have an exciting opportunity to join our coaching team.

We work hard, are committed to improving the life chances for young people and can offer a rewarding and fulfilling role, together with the opportunity to work with a close knit team, who enjoy a sense of humour and spending time together. Salary depending on experience.

We share common goals and are invested and ambitious about the development of our company, but most of all, developing the potential in the children who attend our provision.

Safeguarding is one of our key priorities and potential applicants should be fully aware of and compliant with Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation. It is our aim to provide an environment where young people feel safe and supported and can achieve their full potential.

**Core Behaviours**

We are looking for someone who embodies our core values. This person will be able to demonstrate that they are a team player who is non
- judgemental, accepting, empathetic, inspiring, authentic, flexible, resilient, accountable and can use their initiative. Working as part of an established team who put the needs of young people at the forefront of everything.

High levels of personal resilience, innovation and the ability to remain positive are important qualities to have. Our work is in high demand and there are many more young people with SEMH issues to require our help. Our priority is to supporting them and therefore commitment to the role and the team is essential.

**Knowledge and Skills**

Previous experience working within the education sector is an advantage and in particular an understanding of school commissioning and the requirements of the curriculum.

Working within disengaged young people who have SEMH issues or exhibit challenging behaviour is also an advantage.
- Maths and English GCSE or equivalent.
- Previous experience of handling or working with horses, small animals or outdoors
- Counselling, youthwork or teaching qualification.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organised and able to work under pressure.
- Responds to change in a positive and proactive way.
- Relates to people of all ages and levels and can communicate authentically.
- Commercial business awareness.
- Respects confidentiality and working within boundaries.
- Works in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
- Good IT skills are required and as the role develops more emphasis will be on the ability to use technology. Therefore, knowledge or experience of face-to-face media (video, online workshops, facetime, and other interactive platforms) would be an advantage.

Previous experience of any of the following would also be an advantage:

- coaching in a practical and/or classroom setting.
- assessing accredited qualifications.
- working with children with additional learning or behavioural needs.
- working with vulnerable, challenging, or disengaged children.
- supporting young people with mental health.

**Remuneration**

Stable and Wild are a progressive, forward thinking organisation who are an equal opportunities employer. Salary is negotiable, depending on experience.

Applicants should send a full CV and covering letter

Closing date 22nd March 2023

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Work Remotely
- No

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 20 - 30 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Please send a covering letter with details of why you think you are suitable for the role.

**Experience**:

- equine or outdoor: 1 year (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 22/03/2023