Outdoor Learning Instructor
Myddelton College
Denbighshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 21 April 2018
Job overview
We are seeking to employ an enthusiastic and committed Outdoor Learning Instructor, who has a passion for working with young people in outdoor / remote settings in a range of outdoor activities.
This is a unique opportunity to join the LTTO (Learning through the Outdoors) department of a school in its infancy and to help shape its ethos, ambitions and values.
Myddelton College is an independent school for 9-18 year olds, located on an impressive 37 acre campus in Denbigh, North Wales. We are easily accessible to North & Mid Wales, Chester and the North West of England and we draw our students from all over the world.
We opened our doors to 80 students in September 2016 and almost doubled in size in September 2017, with 150 students. We have further plans to expand rapidly over the next 3 years and are on course to increase to approximately 220 students in September 2018.
We are a forward thinking and highly ambitious school looking to revolutionise the current system of education. We are an accredited Microsoft Associate Showcase School and we deliver all of our lessons using the Office 365 suite of Apps. Having designed a truly 21st Century curriculum, we are looking for an outstanding leader to join our team and to take the lead in developing our pedagogy and curriculum.
Essential criteria:
- Mountain Leader Summer (Assessed)
- Single Pitch Award
- BCU Level 2 Paddlesports leader (or equivalent for canoe and kayak)
- D1 minibus license (PCV)
- First Aid qualification (16 hr minimum)
Desirable criteria:
- Sailing and Powerboat qualifications
- Bushcraft experience
- Advanced NGBs in water sports or
- D1+E minibus & trailer license
- DofE Assessor
- Military experience, particularly in dealing with cadets
The successful applicant will be required to work during the week and also some weekends on a non-teaching contract, with 28 days annual leave. There is the possibility of accommodation being made available on site but this is not a requirement of the position.
At Myddelton College, we are passionate about the professional development of our staff and pride ourselves in delivering high quality CPD on a regular basis.
For more information about the school please visit: www.myddeltoncollege.com
To apply, please complete an application form and submit a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. Applications should be addressed to Mr Mark Roberts, the Headteacher, and sent via email to office@myddeltoncollege.com
Myddelton College is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing Date: 9am Monday 23rd April 2018
Proposed Interview Date: week commencing 30th April 2018
To have an informal chat about the post or Myddelton College in general, please contact Mr Andrew Allman, Director of Learning a.allman@myddeltoncollege.co.uk
About Myddelton College
The college takes its name from the renowned Myddelton family who, dating back to the 15th Century, were eminent figures in the history of Denbighshire and Wales, having been Members of Parliament for the local area as well as contributing to wider society across the United Kingdom. Richard Myddelton was a prosperous wool merchant and governor of Denbigh Castle. One of his sons, Sir Henry Myddelton, was an entrepreneur and engineer. Another son, Thomas Myddelton, was Lord Mayor of London in 1613 and was one of the richest men in the kingdom when he died in January 1667.
The impressive college campus, situated at the foot of the 13th Century fortress of Denbigh Castle, dates back to 1859 and contains the perfect blend of historic architecture with modern facilities, including 5 magnificent Grade II listed buildings – the Main Block, Drapers Wing, Science Block and 3 boarding houses (St George’s, St Andrew’s and St Patrick’s) – as well as St David’s Church, a sports complex, equestrian centre with jumping & riding arenas, outdoor heated swimming pool, tennis courts, games courts & sports pitches and a pavilion. There is also a Headmaster’s house, Stanley boarding house and lots of communal areas for students to relax, socialise and study in the tranquillity of the beautifully landscaped grounds.
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