Head of Learning and Adventure

Locations: Loch Eil, Scottish Highlands
Salary: £33,623 - £38,947 (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Contract: Full time, permanent, 40 hours p/w
Applications in by: 5pm on Monday 1 August
First interview: 17-18 August
Second interview: 31 August

Loch Eil, Scottish Highlands

Are you ready for the next step in your career?

The Head of Learning and Adventure is a pivotal role in our Loch Eil team - contributing not only to the day-to-day learning and adventures of young people at the centre, but also to the development of our Learning and Adventure staff at all levels.

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The job...

The Head of Learning and Adventure is a field-based role in which you'll be responsible for the delivery of safe and impactful learning through authentic adventures. The role includes leading and coaching our inspiring team of Learning and Adventure Managers and Instructors.

You'll also be part of the Centre Leadership Team at Outward Bound Loch Eil, contributing towards the overall strategic and operational performance of the centre.

Most importantly, this role will play a significant role in upholding the values and highest standards of learning and adventure which will ultimately enable young people to have the best possible Outward Bound experience.

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Who are we looking for?

We're looking for someone with a:

Track record in delivering adventure, learning and environmental work to young people
Proven ability to lead, manage and coach senior staff
Front-line field work approach to management and leadership, this isn't an office job!

What you'll bring...

You'll have:

A range of relevant higher level adventure and preferably learning qualifications along with a desire to undertake regular CPD
Strong risk management awareness
A genuine motivation and ability to work in the field, alongside an understanding of the value of personal as well as professional adventures

How to Apply

Send us your current CV and an email or letter letting us know why this job is right for you (no more than two sides of A4 please).

You've got until 5pm on Monday 1 August to apply. The first interview will be held on 17–18 August at Loch Eil and the second interview on 31 August.

Applications and questions to Keith Turner: keith.turner@outwardbound.org.uk

PS - if this looks interesting, but there’s a little voice talking you out of applying, we’ll let you into a little secret: there’s no such thing as a perfect candidate. We’re all on this learning journey together at Outward Bound. However you identify, if you think this is a role you could excel in and more importantly you’d be excited to do – then please get in touch.

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