Duke of Edinburgh

2 weeks ago


Newport, United Kingdom Newport City Council Full time

**Job information**

Post No. POSN002769 - Duke of Edinburgh & Outdoor Learning Coordinator

Fixed Term to 31.3.24

**About the Service**

Newport Youth and Play Service offers a range of provisions for children and young people aged 5-25 and consists of a talented and enthusiastic team of professional youth and play workers who operate across the city. This set up consists of play and youth clubs, one to one and project work that all provide a wide variety of creative opportunities and experiences that encourage the participation and development of children and young people in communities.

The Youth and Play Service promotes a strong connection between targeted and universal work that ensures there is a consistent offer of support to children and young people when they need it.

**About the Job**

An exciting opportunity has become available within the Youth and Play Service for an Outdoor Learning and Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Co-Ordinator.

You will be part of a dynamic and enthusiastic team who work with children and young people with a range of needs within the locality. The aim of your role will involve developing and delivering a programme of outdoor learning activities that are appropriate for a range of groups, enabling all participants to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential. You will develop the DofE award across the city and open award centres and ensure the award is operated in accordance with the responsibilities delegated under the terms of the licence. You will pro-actively engage with young people in a variety of settings to offer support and advice.

Experience of working with children and young people is essential for this role. The ability to deliver high quality projects and programmes for children and young people, and to take a lead in the planning and development of outdoor learning and DofE is also essential. You must be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service, including working evenings and weekends when required.

**Our values - Courageous, Positive and Responsible**
**Ein gwerthoedd - Dewr, Cadarnhaol, Cyfrifol


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