Outdoor Participation Practitioner

Shared Services Partnership • Fareham, HAM, GB • 1w ago

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC619573
Salary Range: £32,149 - £35,241 pro-rata, per annum
Work Location: X-Perience Young Persons Centre, Fareham with delivery across all of Hampshire County
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent (Term-Time only)
Closing Date: Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so candidates are advised to submit their application as soon as possible

The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and talented Practitioner to join our team and play a key role in delivering/supporting high quality outdoor education though this role as Outdoor Participation Practitioner.

Hampshire Outdoors is a part of the Participation & Lifelong Learning Service, within Hampshire County Council’s Children’s Services Directorate, and is committed to supporting and providing therapeutic learning experiences and physical education to children and young people across our county.

We are looking for an experienced Outdoor Practitioner to design and lead outdoor learning programmes to a range of young people in Hampshire and the surrounding area. As an experienced outdoor educator, you will use your skills and knowledge to lead, guide and inspire young people in outdoor learning initiatives. You will be expected to lead high quality outdoor education sessions, some of which will be in secure and specialist settings.

We invite you to submit your application; you are required to submit a CV and covering letter to be considered for shortlisting. The covering letter is important and should demonstrate your suitability in relation to the requirements for the role and highlight the energy, drive, and enthusiasm you will bring. Let us know how we can support you to succeed with your application - our contact details are below.

Why Hampshire?

We are recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK with a focus on providing quality services and support to the people of Hampshire. We are immensely proud that our teams are so committed to delivering the high standards that our strong reputation is built on.

There are many reasons why we are an excellent choice for your next career move. Hampshire is an inspiring place to live and work. In addition to your salary, we offer an excellent benefits package including;

Competitive annual leave entitlement
Employee support and wellbeing
A range of flexible working options

You can view all of our benefits here: benefits package.

Additional Information:

Outdoor Participation Practitioner Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Sara Mela, Team Co-ordinator on 07745 209637 or sara.mela@hants.gov.uk

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

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