Outdoor Education Instructor

**About the Role**

The Alba Explorers is seeking one passionate and motivated individual to join our outdoor education team on a 1-2 year fixed-term contract. This role is open to full-time or part-time hours (to be agreed, but a minimum of 3 days per week, and ideally up to 5) and is ideal for someone who wants meaningful, rewarding work with excellent work-life balance.

You will lead engaging outdoor learning sessions for children and young people aged 4-18 across North East Scotland, building confidence, survival skills, ecological knowledge, and a lifelong love of the outdoors.

We provide a **comprehensive syllabus** to support your planning, making it easier to deliver consistent, high-quality sessions tailored to each school.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Deliver inspiring outdoor and environmental learning experiences in school settings
- Plan and deliver high-quality sessions based on our comprehensive syllabus
- Facilitate engaging activities in team-building, survival, nature, and wellbeing
- Track and reflect on pupil progress throughout the term
- Complete site-specific dynamic risk assessments in line with company guidance and training
- Administer first aid and record any incidents
- Use and maintain outdoor tools and equipment safely
- Record session details, minibus mileage, and award progress (e.g. John Muir Award)
- Build and maintain professional relationships with school staff
- Occasionally transport pupils offsite for walks and nature-based excursions

**What We Offer**
- £27,000 starting salary (pro rata for part-time), with a review after the first full year
- 1 week paid training prior to session delivery
- School-term schedule (approx. 10 weeks off per year)
- Shorter direct contact hours (typically 6 hours/ day plus 1hr+ breaks)
- Opportunities for further training and funded qualifications
- Comprehensive syllabus and support with planning
- High-quality outdoor uniforms provided
- Seasonal perks, including a Christmas gift
- Supportive, close-knit, family-run team

**About Us**

The Alba Explorers works with over 60 clients across North East Scotland, delivering high-quality outdoor and environmental learning for children and young people aged 4-18. Founded by brothers Jordan and Joshua Lynch, our mission is to show that the outdoors is the most powerful classroom - one that builds character, confidence, and connection to the natural world.

**Location & Travel**

**Person Specification**

**Essential**:

- Experience working with children or groups
- Valid First Aid certificate
- Self-motivated, confident, and reliable
- Outdoor skills: shelter building, tool safety, fire lighting, etc.
- Ecological awareness: tree/ plant ID, habitats, foraging
- Full UK driving licence and own car
- Right to work in the UK
- Commitment to the contract/ reliability

**Desirable**:

- Outdoor qualifications (e.g. Bushcraft, Woodland Leader, Mountain Leader)
- Degree or 3+ years' experience in outdoor learning, ecology, environment, teaching, or conservation
- Minibus training/ licence (or willingness to obtain it via the employer)

**Safeguarding**

**How to Apply**

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a **group practical session** with Jordan and Joshua Lynch, and a **formal interview** with Hannah and Leah Lynch.

**Equal Opportunities**

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All hiring decisions are based on merit, performance, and potential. We value diverse perspectives and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

**Job Type**: Full-time or Part-time (to be agreed)
**Contract**: Fixed term (1-2 years)
**Part-time - full-time hours**: 20-35 per week (if applicable)
**Pay**: £27,000.00 per year (pro rata for part-time)
**Application deadline**:Sunday 15 June 2025 at midnight**
**Interview dates**:Week commencing Monday 16 June 2025**
**Start date**:Monday 11 August 2025 (must be available)**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12-24 months

Pay: From £27,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 21 - 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Enhanced paternity leave

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/06/2025
Reference ID: TAE-JUNE2025
Expected start date: 11/08/2025