This job is temporary up to December 2020 due to funding.

Little Deer Wood is a centre of excellence for Outdoor Learning giving the opportunity for residential and day visit experiences outside the classroom. Alongside this we deliver outdoor learning courses and adult team building sessions as well as holding the licence to deliver the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.

As an Outdoor Learning Assistant you will work as part of a team to:

• develop,

• support,

• contribute to and deliver

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 Liaise with participants, staff, volunteers and the community to promote what Little Deer Wood has to offer. 

You will also monitor and support groups at meal times, including breakfast, lunch and evening meals.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required for this job.  A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

To apply for this job as a secondment you must be a substantive employee of the Council with over 6 months continuous service and have successfully completed your probation period.  If you are refused permission to apply for a secondment please contact HR Recruitment to register the refusal.

In order to be shortlisted for this job please demonstrate how you meet the Person Checklist as detailed on the attached Job Profile.  CV's will not be accepted.