Outdoor Education Instructor

Salary: £22,906 - £25,552 per annum (Full Time: £32,597 - £36,363) (G06)

Work base: Pentrellyncymer

Pentrellyncymer Outdoor Education Centre is one of two residential Centres which make up the North Wales Outdoor Education Service for the counties of Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham. The Centre is situated in the heart of the Hiraethog moors close to Llyn Brenig and the Alwen Reservoir. The Centre delivers residential outdoor education courses for primary aged students from year 2 upwards. Pentre Centre aims to extend the educational experiences of primary children in a broad sense utilising the medium of the outdoor environment. This will include education through environmental exploration as well as adventurous activities such as mountain biking and canoeing.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, dynamic person to deliver enjoyable and stimulating educational programmes and contribute to the efficient running of the Centre. The successful candidate will have a good understanding of, and commitment to, the role of Outdoor Education within lifelong learning. A range of NGB awards should be held, together with the ability to drive a minibus.

Manager details for informal discussion:

Jenny Wilson, Head of Centre (jenny.wilson@conwy.gov.uk / 01492 640735)

Welsh Language Skills:

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We're passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.

Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.

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We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.

We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an 'E' on the Person Specification).

We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage. Need some support with your application? We've got tips, guidance and support services to help you through it.

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