Head of Outdoor Education (and potential SSI)

Denstone College

Head of Outdoor Education (and potential SSI)

Salary Not Specified

Denstone College, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 5666dadf9b0943d78dfeafa9c844f124

Full Job Description

Denstone College wish to provide an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Head of Outdoor Education and SSI to join us from September. The post holder will be responsible for the College's outdoor education provision to include Duke of Edinburgh scheme, outdoor activities and trips, as well as contributing to the games programme in liaison with the Director of Sport. In addition, the right candidate will adopt SSI duties, working with the College's CCF Contingent Commander. You will work under the direction of the Deputy Head - Co-curricular.

  • DofE supervisor or assessor qualifications


  • Ability to work with secondary aged children

  • Experience with supporting children within outdoor education

  • Experience of DofE in education

  • Experience with record keeping and administration

  • Experience with CCF

  • Knowledge of the MoD Safe System or Training

  • Good outdoor education knowledge

  • A working knowledge of the DofE administration in schools

  • Leadership and management experience

  • Knowledge and understand of how to develop and grown an outdoor education programme

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  • Company pension

  • Employee assistance programme

  • Free parking

  • On-site gym, To be part of our Denstone College team, combining its rich tradition and history with a forward thinking approach to educational excellence

  • Working in beautiful surroundings

  • Friendly and supportive environment

  • A commitment to professional development and career progression

  • Free parking

  • Free meal

  • Enrolment into a pension scheme

  • Access to EAP service

  • Christmas closure days

  • Access to on site facilities such as gym, swim and exercise classes

  • Uniforms provided if required

  • We are proud to be a Real Living Wage Employer