Tutor - Woodland Management & Woodcraft

**Tutor - Woodland Management & Woodcraft**

40 hours per week for 52 weeks per year

**Salary £24,717.30 - £31,941 per annum**

Ruskin Mill College is set in 140 acres with a farm, fish farm, two converted mill buildings, woodlands, smoker and workshops. Based in Nailsworth the College provides for young people aged 16 to 25 years old.

The post holder will be working with a small group of students, delivering woodland-based qualifications, woodland management skills and other land & craft-based activities including green woodwork and primitive technology experiences throughout the seasons and be an active member of the woodland team. Willingness to work outdoors and feeling comfortable in all weathers, as well as working with hand-tools and having experience working with machinery including chainsaws, is required (in-house training/guidance can be provided).

You must be able to instil enthusiasm and enjoyment into the learning process in such a way that can lead to increased self esteem and enhanced engagement in learning.

Applicants for this post should have experience of working with young people and vulnerable adults with special needs, challenging behaviours and mental health difficulties and have a teaching qualification or a willingness to work towards this. An appreciation of Biodynamic principles is required, however, training will be provided, as the applicant will take part in the Ruskin Mill Trust Biodynamic Training Programme (2 years).

The post holder must hold, or be working towards, or prepared to work towards relevant teaching qualifications in accordance with government regulations.

**The key Duties in this role will include**:

- Delivering teaching and training with a therapeutic and supportive approach, wherever possible linking students learning activities through a methodology of the Trust, Practical Skills Therapeutic Education.
- To be a part of ongoing assessment of students learning needs and to make reasonable adjustments as required minimising barriers to learning and achievement.
- To familiarise with student background information, profile and risk assessment wherever reasonably possible.
- You will be expected to attend training sessions as required by the Trust, which may be outside of your usual working hours.
- To work with the Woodlands Senior Tutor and RMC Land Manager to manage the day-to-day running of the Woodland Centre, Park Wood and any adjacent college woodland areas with regards to managing the land, the care and the development of infrastructure, (public) footpaths, hedges, trees and wild areas. Processing of raw materials for the green wood workshop.

Working at Ruskin Mill College is rewarding and in return, we offer competitive salaries, holidays and auto enrolment pension scheme. In addition, staff receive:

- A comprehensive induction, an excellent personal development plan and extensive training to include Autism, Attachment, Emotional Resilience, Holistic Support, _Practical Skills Therapeutic Education _(PSTE), MAPA (physical intervention) training
- A beautiful location in Nailsworth
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Free employee assistance programme with BHSF
- Opportunities for professional developmemt
- **The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Level Disclosure. The Trust is committed to becoming an equal opportunities employer**_

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

Pay: £24,717.30-£31,941.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Nailsworth: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person