Outdoor Education Co-ordinator - Hampshire

Releasing Potential

Contract type
Full time
Closing date
05 Oct 2025 03:00 PM
Salary
£

Location: Emsworth, Hampshire
Salary: £31,212 (not pro-rata!) 
Closes: 5/10/25
 

 

Outdoor Education Co-ordinator at Releasing Potential 

 

Join Releasing Potential Outdoors – Change Lives Every Day  

Do you believe every child deserves a chance to thrive? 
Releasing Potential supports students aged 11–18 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. Serving Hampshire & West Sussex, we provide a nurturing alternative to mainstream education, helping young people flourish. 

Every student is welcomed with unconditional positive regard and recognised as an individual. All our students have EHCPs due to SEMH challenges that have disrupted their learning. 

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Why Work With Us? 

Full-time salary from £31,212 (not pro-rata!) 
34 days holiday + generous pension + wellbeing support 
Ongoing training & career growth 
Small wins lead to life-changing outcomes 

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The Role: Outdoor Education Co-ordinator based in Emsworth. 

We’re looking for an Outdoor Education Co-ordinator to: 

  • Mentor and support outdoor education tutors 
  • Oversee and maintain equipment for adventurous activities 
  • Ensure activities are safe, inclusive, and engaging 
  • Provide feedback and guidance to foster professional growth 
  • Model best practice in session delivery 

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Key Responsibilities 

  • Oversee day-to-day delivery of outdoor activities 
  • Maintain and develop equipment in line with National Governing Body standards 
  • Track and ensure equipment is safe and suitable 
  • Plan an equipment replacement programme tailored to student needs 
  • Enable students to progress towards NGB qualifications 
  • Deliver group and one-to-one sessions 
  • Maintain personal competency in water-based activities 
  • Expand the breadth and depth of RP’s activities 
  • Ensure compliance with HSE inspections (e.g., AALS, RYA) 

Equipment areas include: 
Boards & Paddles | Sails | Wheels | Climbing | Archery | Navigation | Outdoor Living 

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Application Criteria 

  • Senior instructor qualification in at least one land or water-based activity (Paddlesport, Dinghy, RYA, WGL, CWI, MIAS
  • Valid Outdoor First Aid Certificate 
  • Full, valid driver’s license Shape

Apply today and help change lives! 
[email protected] 
07563 024063 

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