Outdoor Education Lead / Instructor - Blackpool Alternative Provision

Full-Time | Temporary-to-Permanent Contract

Salary: Up to £30,500 per annum (Dependent on Qualifications and Experience)

Start Date: Monday 3rd November 2025 (or sooner!)

Are you an experienced and passionate Outdoor Education professional with a special talent for engaging and supporting young people who struggle in traditional school settings?

An innovative Alternative Provision (AP) school in Blackpool is seeking a dedicated Outdoor Education Lead / Instructor to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of vulnerable students on a Temp-to-Perm basis, providing crucial full-time support.

The Role: Transformative Outdoor Learning

You will be instrumental in designing and delivering tailored outdoor learning experiences that foster personal growth, improve behaviour, and re-engage students who often face complex Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) or behavioural challenges.

Program Design & Delivery: Plan, prepare, and lead a diverse range of engaging outdoor education activities (e.g., Forest School, DofE, bushcraft, adventure activities, environmental projects).

Behaviour & Engagement: Utilise outdoor settings as a powerful tool for behaviour management, de-escalation, and developing resilience, self-esteem, and teamwork skills.

Curriculum Integration: Contribute to students' broader...