Head of Outdoor Education - Cambridge
The Leys Cambridge
Location: Cambridge
Salary: Competitive
Closes: 03/10/25
Head of Outdoor Education at The Leys School
Starting January 2026 or soon after
We are seeking a dynamic, highly organised and well-qualified individual to lead our outstanding Outdoor Education programme, from January 2026.
The successful applicant will have an excellent working knowledge of outdoor education, alongside previous experience of teaching outdoor education to young people. They will be a motivational and personable instructor, able to stimulate a passion for outdoor education in our pupils. They will have overall responsibility for the leadership and development of the school’s outdoor education programme, which already includes sailing, canoeing, climbing and a significant Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programme.
This is an exciting time to join The Leys as we seek to build on the excellent current provision within the school, cementing the place of outdoor education as fundamental for developing leadership, confidence, teamwork and communication in our pupils.
This is a permanent, full-time position, which will require the appointee to commit fully to the life of the school during term time, and to offer flexibility for running a small number of trips during the school holidays.
For a full description of the role please see the ‘Candidate Information Pack’.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Before appointment to any role in the school, checks including an Enhanced DBS Check and workplace references will be undertaken in accordance with current statutory guidance. Evidence of eligibility to work in the UK is required. A six-month probationary period will also apply.
The Foundation is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity and celebrates the diverse voice of our community.
For further details or an informal chat, please call 01223 508955 or email [email protected].
Applications with a covering letter should be addressed to the Head, and sent to the Recruitment Team ([email protected]), The Leys School, Cambridge CB2 7AD by 09.00 am on 3 October 2025. Interviews will be held w/c 13 October 2025. If you are unable to attend for interview during that period, please can you indicate your availability in your covering letter.
We will review applications as they arrive and reserve the right to withdraw this advert if a suitable applicant is found, therefore we encourage an early application.
This role has the opportunity for regular contact with pupils and therefore is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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