Outdoor Kit & Equipment Coordinator - Hybrid + London

The Hive

Location: Hybrid + London
Salary: £27,500
Closes: 7/12/25

Outdoor Kit & Equipment Coordinator at The Hive
 
Who We Are 

The Hive is a response to the growing disconnect from nature more and more children experience. 

This affects not only their wellbeing but their ability to care for the natural world and how they apply  the skills they develop as they grow up to the environmental challenges we all face. 

 

Founded in 2014, we’re a social enterprise helping children connect with nature through immersive adventures and projects. Our unique approach, rooted in the Forest School ethos, supports children as they explore, create, problem-solve and collaborate in the outdoors. We offer holiday camps and school workshops, alongside a Forest School nursery and Forest School training courses in London.  

 

We are a Certified B Corp, as well as a London Real Living Wage and Equal Opportunities employer. We are also members of the Forest School Association, the Institute of Outdoor Learning and the Early Years Alliance.  

 

Job Overview 

 

Detailed Job Description 

Reporting into our Head of Camps, with dotted reporting lines to our Nursery Manager and two Forest School Lead Trainers, you will be responsible for managing all our equipment, kit and resources. This includes ordering, organising, maintaining and distributing learning resources, physical kit and technology equipment for our holiday camps, school workshops, Forest School nursery and Forest School training programmes.  

 

The role is very varied, and you’ll be working with a range of interesting people across all the services we offer. You should be comfortable working as part of a large team for some of the time, particularly when our holiday camps are running. We work with a group of 50 - 60 freelance facilitators, so strong communication and social skills are vital. You should also be comfortable working independently, as a good amount of your time will be spent at our storage unit. It is also very hands-on, which means you’ll get real ownership for your area of responsibility, with your own budget and the ability to manage your own time.  

 

You’ll be able to work remotely for about 40% of the time during the “off-season”, but will also spend at least one day per week at our office, one day per week at our nursery and training centre, and one day per week at our storage unit. You will also spend regular time at our camps when they are running during the school holidays. 

 

Our locations include our office in Blackheath (SE3 0TN); our storage unit in Eltham (SE9 5LT); our Forest School training and nursery site in Rotherhithe (SE16 6AX); and our camp locations in Northwood (HA6 2HT), Blackheath (SE3 0NJ), Dulwich (SE21 7AB) and Barnes (SW13 9JT). We also regularly host school workshops at sites around London. You should be comfortable spending a fair amount of your time on the road travelling between our locations, and should therefore be based within easy access of South East or South West London. You should also have a clean, UK driving licence and will preferably have access to your own vehicle.  

 

Responsibilities 

• Overseeing all kit and equipment used for our holiday camps, Forest School training, Forest School nursery and school workshops.  

• Taking responsibility for all new kit ordering, collections and delivery, including budget management.  

• Managing existing resources and equipment, including in-person stock checks, health & safety checks and ongoing maintenance.  

• Developing and updating inventories.  

• Organising all logistics at our storage unit, including sorting resources into “mission boxes” and delivering resources to our camp, nursery, workshop and training sites.  

• Maintaining a small pool of technology assets, including iPads, phones and laptops.  

• Organising and maintaining printed learning resources.  

 

Personal Specification 

• You have strong organisational skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritise across the Hive departments.  

• You have a good eye for detail and strong communication skills, as you will need to work with a mix of freelance facilitators and permanent employees.  

• You are pro-active and resourceful in your approach to logistics.  

• You enjoy a mix of physical and practical, hands-on work - sometimes outdoors in the elements - and time spent working at a desk.  

• You enjoy a mixture of working independently at our storage unit, and collaboratively with our facilitators and permanent team.  

• You have experience using iPads, both MAC and PC laptops, and iPhones in a professional setting. You also have experience using Microsoft Office, and are confident using Excel.  

• You have an interest in education and working outdoors.   

• You have a valid UK driving licence and experience driving a small van. Access to your own vehicle is desirable.  

• You have an enhanced DBS certificate issued within the past 3 years or registered on the DBS Update Service or a willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check prior to job offer.  

• You are comfortable working in a regulated industry, where safety and compliance are key priorities.  

Your experience in a similar role is less important than your outlook, enthusiasm, and skillset - so we encourage you to apply if you do not meet the full person specification, but are excited about the role and align with our ethos.  

 

Application  

Our safer recruitment process 

To work at The Hive, applicants must undergo the following checks: 

• Proof of identity 

• Proof of qualifications  

• Enhanced DBS check (less than 3 years old) or registered to online DBS update service) 

• Two references, one from your most recent employer, the other should ideally be from a childcare or education setting (if applicable).  

• A comprehensive medical form 

 

Our safeguarding statement 

The Hive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. We expect all staff, freelance contributors, volunteers, and visitors to share this commitment. 

 

All roles are subject to rigorous safer recruitment procedures, including enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, identity verification, and reference checks. 

 

Staff and freelance contributors are required to: 

• Adhere to The Hive safeguarding and child protection policy at all times. 

• Undertake regular safeguarding training and maintain up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding practices. 

• Immediately report any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of a child to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). 

 

We believe that children have a right to learn and grow in a safe and nurturing environment. Creating a strong culture of safeguarding and protection is everyone’s responsibility at The Hive.  

 

 

Our equal opportunity statement 

The Hive is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are determined to ensure that no applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, or medical history.  

 

Our company ethos 

 

Our purpose 

Our purpose is to offer immersive, meaningful and inclusive Forest School Experiences for every child we welcome in our nursery, camps and workshops, helping them thrive through hands-on exploration, creativity and collaboration in nature.  

 

Nature is our classroom. At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to helping children build a deep, lasting connection with the natural world. We nurture curiosity and care for the environment, laying the foundation for compassionate, confident and resilient nature guardians.   

 

 

Our values 

• Inclusivity: We welcome and celebrate every child for who they are 

• Curiosity: We foster a spirit of wonder and a love for learning 

• Connection: We build strong bonds with children, peers and nature 

• Respect: We protect ourselves, each other, and the natural world 

• Resilience: We nurture confidence, adaptability, and emotional growth 

• Sustainability: We inspire care and responsibility for our planet 

 

Our environmental commitments 

The Hive follows 7 environmental commitments, which guide our daily actions and long-term planning:  

• We minimise waste and promote recycling in everything we do 

• Whenever possible, we source equipment, materials and learning resources from local and sustainable providers. 

• We protect our natural learning spaces, always following the “leave no trace” Forest School ethos, and helping to maintain healthy ecosystems. 

• We teach respect for all living things and help create habitats that support local wildlife. 

• Our curriculum embeds environmental awareness and responsibility, empowering children to help look after our planet. 

• We conserve water and model behaviours that reduce our ecological footprint. 

• We regularly evaluate and improve our environmental practices based on new knowledge and feedback. 

 

We expect all staff members and freelance collaborators to be aware and to follow our commitments in their daily practice at The Hive. We offer training and ongoing support to help everyone contribute their skills, knowledge and actions. 

 

 

Our social commitments 

The Hive follows 6 social commitments, which guide our daily actions and long-term planning:  

• We celebrate diversity and ensure every child, family, trainee and member of staff feels valued, respected, and included, regardless of background, ability, or identity. 

• We strive to remove barriers to participation, ensuring all children, families, trainees and staff members can fully engage in Hive experiences. 

• We build strong partnerships with families, trainees and freelance contributors, fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose. 

• We promote understanding and appreciation of different cultures, traditions, and perspectives through our curriculum and activities. 

• We teach and model compassion, empathy, and ethical behaviour, encouraging children, trainees and staff members to make positive contributions. 

• We actively listen to and empower children and trainees to share their ideas, take initiative, and play a role in shaping their learning experiences. 

 

We expect all staff members and freelance collaborators to be aware and to follow our commitments in their daily practice at The Hive. We offer training and ongoing support to help everyone contribute their skills, knowledge and actions. 

 

 

Our Memberships 

• We’re members of the Forest School Association and Institute of Outdoor Learning 

• We’re members of the Early Years Alliance 

• We’re a certified Living Wage Employer 

• We’re a certified Social Enterprise 

• We’re a certified B Corp 

How to apply  

To apply, please send a CV and cover letter, detailing your interest and suitability for the role to Lauren Sudders ([email protected]) 

The closing date for applications is Sunday 7th December 2025, midnight. Interviews will be offered on a rolling basis, so early applications are highly encouraged. The posting may close once a sufficient number of applications have been received. 

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