Outdoor Education Tutor - Alternative Provision
  • England,North West,Lancashire,Burnley
  • Full Time, Contract
  • £135.89 - £168.80 per day
Job Description:
Full job descriptionOutdoor Education Tutor - Alternative ProvisionLocation: Burnley area
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary (Maternity Cover)
Duration: September 2026 - Easter 2027
Salary: £135.89 - £168.80 per day
Are you passionate about changing gears and taking learning outside the classroom?Tradewind is proud to be working in partnership with a leading Alternative Provision in the Burnley area to recruit an inspiring Outdoor Education Tutor. This rewarding role is a maternity cover position starting in September 2026 and running through until Easter 2027.
If you are someone who can engage vulnerable young people, build resilience through outdoor activities, and offer a fresh perspective on education, we want to hear from you.
The RoleAs an Outdoor Education Tutor, you will not be tied to a traditional classroom. You will design and deliver practical, engaging outdoor learning programmes tailored to students who thrive outside a mainstream school environment.
Key Responsibilities:
*Deliver high-quality outdoor education sessions (including bushcraft, team-building, and outdoor sports).

*Adapt sessions to meet the diverse social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs of the students.

*Manage safety and risk assessments effectively while maintaining an exciting learning environment.

*Provide mentor-style support to encourage positive behaviour, teamwork, and confidence.

What We Are Looking For*Experience: Previous experience working within an Alternative Provision, Pupil Referral Unit (PRU), or with high-risk/SEMH youth.

*Qualifications: Relevant outdoor instructional qualifications (e.g., Mountain Leader, Forest School Leader, Paddle Sports, Bushcraft) are highly desirable.

*Skills: Excellent behaviour management skills, empathy, and a thick skin. You need to be a role model who can build trust quickly.

*Logistics: A clean driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred, as travel to outdoor sites around Burnley will be required.

Why Join Us?*Impact: Make a tangible difference to young people who genuinely need alternative pathways to succeed.

*Support: Work alongside a dedicated, passionate team within a highly supportive provision.

*Partnership Benefits: Access to ongoing professional development and competitive rates of pay via Tradewinds.

How to ApplyReady to inspire the next generation through the great outdoors?
Apply Today: Send your CV directly to Christina Grindy on or emailor click the ’Apply Now’ button to submit your interest for this Burnley-based role.
Job number 3922891

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Company size: 100–249 employees
Industry: Education
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